Stay Cool
2011, English. Directed by Michael Polish.
Shoulda. Coulda. Woulda.
A successful author is forced to confront an unrequited high school crush when he returns home to deliver a commencement address to graduating seniors. Shasta O'Neil, a sexy high school senior flirts with the visiting author and invites him to the prom.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Stay Cool is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Michael PolishDirector
- Winona RyderScarlet Smith
- Mark PolishHenry McCarthy
- Sean AstinBig Girl
- Hilary DuffShasta O'Neil
- Josh HollowayWino
- Jon CryerJavier
- Chevy ChasePrincipal Marshall
- Jessica St. ClairDarcy Portola
- Frances ConroyMrs. Leuchtenberger
- Marc BlucasBrad Nelson
- Joanna CassidyMrs. Smith
- Dee WallaceMrs. McCarthy
Details
- Released
- 16 September 2011
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mark Polish
- Budget
- $4.5M
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Stay Cool: quick answers
Is Stay Cool worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.8/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Stay Cool?
Stay Cool runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Stay Cool have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Stay Cool. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Stay Cool parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Stay Cool is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Stay Cool on?
Stay Cool is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Stay Cool?
If you liked Stay Cool, try American Pie, I Love You, Beth Cooper, No Hard Feelings.
Who directed Stay Cool?
Stay Cool (2011) was directed by Michael Polish and stars Winona Ryder, Mark Polish, Sean Astin.