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PCU (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 1994, PCU is a comedy film directed by Hart Bochner, running about 81 minutes. “Flunk 'em if they can't take a joke.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Nervous high school senior Tom Lawrence visits Port Chester University, where he gets a taste of politically correct college life when he's guided by fraternity wild man Droz and his housemates at The Pit. But Droz and his pals have rivals in nasty preppy Rand McPherson and the school's steely president. With their house threatened with expulsion, Droz and company decide to throw a raging party where the various factions will collide.

Who’s in it. PCU stars Jeremy Piven as Droz, Chris Young as Tom Lawrence, David Spade as Rand McPherson and Megan Ward as Katy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, PCU has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $4.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch PCU page.

If you liked it. Fans of PCU tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch PCU (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for PCU change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is PCU worth watching?
PCU holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in PCU?
PCU stars Jeremy Piven, Chris Young, David Spade, Megan Ward and Sarah Trigger.
When was PCU released?
PCU was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.