

Can't Hardly Wait
1998, English. Directed by Harry Elfont & Deborah Kaplan.
Yesterday's history. Tomorrow's the future. Tonight's the party.
It's graduation day at Huntington Hills High, and you know what that means - time to party. And not just any party, either. This one will be a night to remember, as the nerds become studs, the jocks are humiliated, and freshman crushes blossom into grown-up romance.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 620 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Can't Hardly Wait
Can't Hardly Wait is streaming on Sony Pictures in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Harry ElfontDirector
- Deborah KaplanDirector
- Jennifer Love HewittAmanda Beckett
- Ethan EmbryPreston Meyers
- Charlie KorsmoWilliam Lichter
- Lauren AmbroseDenise Fleming
- Peter FacinelliMike Dexter
- Seth GreenKenny Fisher
- Michelle BrookhurstMolly Stinson
- Alexander MartinOlaf
- Erik PalladinoCousin Ron
- Channon RoeJake
- Sean Patrick ThomasBen
- Freddy RodríguezT.J.
Details
- Released
- 12 June 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Deborah Kaplan, Harry Elfont
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $26M
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Can't Hardly Wait: quick answers
Is Can't Hardly Wait worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 620 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Can't Hardly Wait?
Can't Hardly Wait runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Can't Hardly Wait have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Can't Hardly Wait. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Can't Hardly Wait parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Can't Hardly Wait is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Can't Hardly Wait on?
Can't Hardly Wait is streaming on Sony Pictures in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Can't Hardly Wait?
If you liked Can't Hardly Wait, try John Tucker Must Die, Can't Buy Me Love, The DUFF.
Who directed Can't Hardly Wait?
Can't Hardly Wait (1998) was directed by Harry Elfont and Deborah Kaplan and stars Jennifer Love Hewitt, Ethan Embry, Charlie Korsmo.