‘Some Kind of Wonderful’ Cast: Where Are They Now? Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson and More

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‘Some Kind of Wonderful’ Cast: Where Are They Now? Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson and More

“You look good wearing my future!” Some Kind of Wonderful is one of John Hughes' more underrated teen love stories — but for its fans, it’s a diamond in the rough. Following the success of Pretty in Pink, Hughes released Some Kind of Wonderful in 1987. The story of artsy teen Keith (Eric Stoltz) trying to impress the popular girl Amanda Jones (Lea Thompson) launched successful careers for both stars. "They don't make those movies anymore,” Thompson told AV Club in February 2012. “I'm amazed at how many people love it. I'm also amazed at how many men really like it." What made the film different was the real love story between Keith and his tomboy, edgy, rocker BFF Watts (Mary Stuart Masterson). Throughout the movie — which unlike most of Hughes’ films was shot in Southern California and not Illinois — Watts helps Keith win over Amanda all while secretly pining for him. Ultimately, Keith realizes his true soulmate in Watts and gives her the diamond earrings that he bought with all his college tuition for Amanda. “It's a lovely fable with a strong female presence, a bit of subtle gender bending, and an excellent soundtrack,” Stoltz told Entertainment Weekly in February 2019. “John Hughes took his teenagers very seriously. It's not exploitative or crass — he respected and loved them.” [jwplayer xE48UlGT-zhNYySv2] Masterson agreed, telling the outlet, “Nobody had ever really done that. The stakes are so high when you're in high school — it's not dumbed down. It's honest and emotional and gave respect to that whole time of life.” Off screen, there was another romance brewing between Thompson and director Howard Deutch, whom she later married in 1989. (When they filmed, however, Thompson was engaged to Dennis Quaid, but once they split, she and Deutch got together, and the rest is history.) “I love the movie because I met my husband and I've been with him for a long time,” the Back to the Future star told EW. “And we have two kids, and it was a super important moment in my life.” In February 2022, the film celebrated its 35th anniversary, a milestone which actress Maddie Corman documented with a throwback Instagram photo from set. “35 years? Happy Birthday to #somekindofwonderful,” Corman, who played Keith’s middle sister, Laura, captioned the snap. “This is a photo taken on my 17th birthday.” In the picture, Stoltz, Masterson and Corman have big smiles on their faces as they posed in between takes. “My real little brother and my pretend big brother and my Fairy god sister made the first birthday without my mom bearable,” the actress continued, seemingly referring to Stoltz and Masterson’s on-set demeanor. Scroll down to see what the cast of Some Kind of Wonderful has been doing since 1987:

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‘Some Kind of Wonderful’ Cast: Where Are They Now? Eric Stoltz, Mary Stuart Masterson and More

“You look good wearing my future!” Some Kind of Wonderful is one of John Hughes' more underrated teen love stories — but for its fans, it’s a diamond in the rough. Following the success of Pretty in Pink, Hughes released Some Kind of Wonderful in 1987. The story of artsy teen Keith (Eric Stoltz) trying to impress the popular girl Amanda Jones (Lea Thompson) launched successful careers for both stars. "They don't make those movies anymore,” Thompson told AV Club in February 2012. “I'm amazed at how many people love it. I'm also amazed at how many men really like it." What made the film different was the real love story between Keith and his tomboy, edgy, rocker BFF Watts (Mary Stuart Masterson). Throughout the movie — which unlike most of Hughes’ films was shot in Southern California and not Illinois — Watts helps Keith win over Amanda all while secretly pining for him. Ultimately, Keith realizes his true soulmate in Watts and gives her the diamond earrings that he bought with all his college tuition for Amanda. “It's a lovely fable with a strong female presence, a bit of subtle gender bending, and an excellent soundtrack,” Stoltz told Entertainment Weekly in February 2019. “John Hughes took his teenagers very seriously. It's not exploitative or crass — he respected and loved them.” [jwplayer xE48UlGT-zhNYySv2] Masterson agreed, telling the outlet, “Nobody had ever really done that. The stakes are so high when you're in high school — it's not dumbed down. It's honest and emotional and gave respect to that whole time of life.” Off screen, there was another romance brewing between Thompson and director Howard Deutch, whom she later married in 1989. (When they filmed, however, Thompson was engaged to Dennis Quaid, but once they split, she and Deutch got together, and the rest is history.) “I love the movie because I met my husband and I've been with him for a long time,” the Back to the Future star told EW. “And we have two kids, and it was a super important moment in my life.” In February 2022, the film celebrated its 35th anniversary, a milestone which actress Maddie Corman documented with a throwback Instagram photo from set. “35 years? Happy Birthday to #somekindofwonderful,” Corman, who played Keith’s middle sister, Laura, captioned the snap. “This is a photo taken on my 17th birthday.” In the picture, Stoltz, Masterson and Corman have big smiles on their faces as they posed in between takes. “My real little brother and my pretend big brother and my Fairy god sister made the first birthday without my mom bearable,” the actress continued, seemingly referring to Stoltz and Masterson’s on-set demeanor. Scroll down to see what the cast of Some Kind of Wonderful has been doing since 1987:

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Eric Stoltz

Stoltz played the sweet, artistic Keith Nelson. The actor went on to appear in Say Anything, Pulp Fiction, Kicking and Screaming, Jerry Maguire, The Butterfly Effect and 5 to 7. The California native’s TV hits include Mad About You, Chicago Hope, Out of Order, Caprica and Madam Secretary. Stoltz has also found success behind the camera, both directing and producing Madam Secretary and Bull. He has also worked as a director on Glee, Nashville and Grey’s Anatomy over the years.

The Mask actor has been married to Bernadette Moley since 2005. They share one child, daughter Catalina. The couple reportedly have a second child but have never confirmed anything about their family.

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Mary Stuart Masterson

The actress portrayed Keith’s BFF, Watts, who has feelings for him. Masterson went on to star on Kate Brasher, Waterfront, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Mercy, For Life and Blindspot. Her movie credits include Bad Girls, Dogtown, The Sisters, As You Are and Daniel Isn’t Real. The New York native made her debut as a writer and director with 2001’s On the Edge. She has since produced Last Man Running, Tickling Leo, Adopting Audrey and more. In 2003, Masterson was nominated for a Tony Award for her role in Broadway’s revival of Nine.

The Benny & Joon actress was married to George Carl Francisco from 1990 to 1992. She wed for a second time in 2000 to Damon Santostefano, but the duo parted ways four years later. Masterson has been married to Jeremy Davidson since 2006. She and Davidson share three children: twins Clio and Wilder and son Phineas.

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Lea Thompson

Thompson played Keith’s high school crush, Amanda Jones. After the rom-com, the actress reprised her role as Lorraine in Back to the Future Part II and Back to the Future Part III. She later appeared in The Little Rascals, Stealing Christmas, Hallmark’s Jane Doe film series, The Christmas Clause, The Year of Spectacular Men, Little Women and Ten Tricks. Thompson also starred on Caroline in the City, For the People, Switched at Birth and Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero. The Minnesota native’s directing credits include Schooled, The Goldbergs, Star Trek: Picard and Stargirl. She made her producing debut in 1998, working on 22 episodes of Caroline in the City.

The Howard the Duck actress married director Deutch in 1989. The duo share daughters Madelyn and Zoey, born in 1991 and 1994, respectively.

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Craig Sheffer

Sheffer portrayed Amanda’s boyfriend, and popular teen, Hardy Jenns, the same year that he voiced Mick on Teen Wolf. The Pennsylvania native later starred in A River Run Through It, The Fall, Merlin: The Return, Water Under the Bridge, While She Was Out, Code of Honor and Palmer. Sheffer is best known for playing Keith Scott on One Tree Hill from 2003 to 2012. He also had a recurring role on American Horror Story in 2021. Additionally, the actor has writer, director and producer credits to his name including 2008’s American Crude.

The Widow’s Point actor shares daughter Willow, born in 1993, with ex-partner British actress Gabrielle Anwar. Following his late ‘90s split from Anwar, Sheffer was briefly married to Leigh Taylor-Young from 2003 to 2004.

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Molly Hagan

The actress played Amanda’s BFF and fellow cool girl, Shayne. The Minnesota native went on to star on The Nutt House, Herman’s Head, Life’s Work, Unfabulous, Law & Order: True Crime, iZombie, Jane the Virgin and No Good Nick. She’s been playing Abeline Walker on Walker since 2021. Hagen’s movie credits include French Exit, Election, Miracle in Lane 2, Sully, God Incorporated and All My Life. In 2017, the star wrote, cast and produced The Garage Sale.

Hagan married Richard Guttenberg in 2017 after dating for 13 years.

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John Ashton

Ashton portrayed Keith’s overbearing father, Cliff Nelson. The Massachusetts native has since appeared in Midnight Run, Little Big League, Meet the Deedles, Once Upon a River, My Little Baby, American Christmas and Death in Texas. He also starred on Hardball and was a guest on the “Poddywood” podcast from 2021 to 2022. Ashton is set to reprise his role as John Taggart in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley.

The Beverly Hills Cop star was married to Victoria Marie Runn from 1968 to 1970. The exes share one daughter. Ashton tied the knot for a second time with Bridget Ashton in 1976. The duo, who share one child, parted ways in 2001.

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Candace Cameron Bure

The former child star’s role as Keith’s youngest sister, Cindy Nelson, was her first feature film. The same year, Cameron Bure made her debut as D.J. Tanner on Full House, which ran until 1995. The California native starred on Make It or Break It before reprising her role as D.J. on Netflix’s Fuller House from 2016 to 2020. Cameron Bure also found success on Hallmark Channel starring in rom-coms and holiday films such as Moonlight & Mistletoe, Puppy Love and A Shoe Addict’s Christmas — as well as the Aurora Teagarden Mysteries franchise —before parting ways with the network in April 2022 and moving to Great American Media.

Cameron Bure has been producing movies and TV shows — mainly Fuller House — since 1997. She made her directorial debut in 2018 for an episode of the Netflix revival. The actress has written multiple books including 2018’s Kind Is the New Classy and children’s stories Candace Center Stage and Grow, Candace, Grow. She also has a clothing line for QVC, shoppable products online and served as a cohost on The View for two seasons from 2015 to 2016.

The Christmas Town actress married NHL player Valeri Bure in 1996. The couple share three children: daughter Natasha and sons Lev and Maksim, born in 1998, 2000 and 2002, respectively.

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Maddie Corman

Corman portrayed middle sister, Laura Nelson, who goes to the same school as her big brother, Keith. The New York native then landed the role of Cynthia Tresch on Mr. President before appearing on All-American Girl, Almost There and Younger. Some of her movie hits include Mickey Blue Eyes, Maid in Manhattan, The Savages, A Novel Romance, Private Life and The Same Storm. She made her directorial debut with 2015’s short How Was Your Day?, which she also wrote. Four years later, Corman starred in the Off-Broadway play Accidentally Brave, which was an autobiographical play about her husband, Jace Alexander, who was charged in 2015 and convicted one year later of possessing and sharing child pornography.

The A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood actress wed Roger M. Dickes in 1992. The pair divorced in 1997. The following year, Corman married director Alexander. The couple share three children: daughter Isa and twin sons Mac and Finn.

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Jane Elliot

Elliot played the family matriarch, Carol Nelson. The soap opera star also played Park Mom in 1987’s Baby Boom before turning her attention back to TV roles. She played Anjelica Deveraux on Days of Our Lives from 1987 to 1989, Tracy Quartermaine on The City from 1996 to 1997. Additionally, the New York native has played Tracy Quartermaine on and off on General Hospital since 1978. Elliot previously served as a producer on Loving for 207 episodes in 1995.

The Daytime Emmy winner shares one child, son Adrian, with ex-husband Luis Rojas, who was a cameraman on General Hospital. The couple split in 1986 after eight years of marriage. Elliot later adopted daughter Annie Rose in 1989.

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Elias Koteas

Koteas had a few scenes as the bad boy, Skinhead, who helps Keith pull off his elaborate date with Amanda. The Canadian actor then appeared in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Look Who’s Talking Too, Fallen, Shooter, Prisoner, The Fourth Kind and My Days of Mercy. He also starred on Traffic, Combat Hospital and The Killing before playing Alvin “Al” Olinsky on Chicago P.D. (as well as the other One Chicago series), Tom True on Goliath and Charles “Tuna” Billingham on Guilty Party.

The actor was married to Jennifer Rubin from 1987 to 1990.