Kids in America

Inspired by real events, this ribald comedy pits an unlikely gang of students against their principal after she bars safe-sex activities on campus. Protesting Principal Weller's muzzling of free speech, the teens stage a bold and hilarious rebellion.

Cast

Gregory Smith

as Holden Donovan

Caitlin Wachs

as Katie Carmichael

Stephanie Sherrin

as Charlotte Pratt

Nicole Richie

as Kelly Stepford

Julie Bowen

as Principal Weller

Rosanna Arquette

as Abby Pratt

Elizabeth Perkins

as Sondra Carmichael

Samantha Mathis

as Jennifer Rose

George Wendt

as Coach Thompson

Alex Anfanger

as Lawrence Reitzer

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