One Scene Almost Gave “Fast Times at Ridgemont High” an X Rating. Why It Was Cut from the Film

"At the time, it was like there was all this freedom, but it was one-sided, and I wanted to fight that," director Amy ...

‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’: THR’s 1982 Review

On August 13, 1982, Universal released teen comedy Fast Times at Ridgemont High in theaters, marking the directorial debut of ...
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Iconic '80s actor Phoebe Cates is nearly unrecognizable decades later

"Fast Times at Ridgemont High" made Phoebe Cates an '80s icon. Fast-forward a few decades, and she's still gorgeous, but rocking a very different look.

Sex, Sean Penn and Getting “F***ed” on Royalties: ‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’ Director Opens Up

Amy Heckerling joins 'It Happened in Hollywood' to reflect on the highs and lows of making the breakout comedy of '82.
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‘Fast Times at Ridgemont High’: THR’s 1982 Review

On August 13, 1982, Universal released Amy Heckerling's feature directorial debut in theaters. By Gina Friedlande On August 13, 1982, Universal released teen comedy Fast Times at Ridgemont High in ...