What happens when the school nerd pays the most popular girl in school to be his girlfriend? You get one of the most iconic teen comedies of the '80s—Can’t Buy Me Love!Patrick Dempsey and Amanda Peterson star in this classic rom-com that had every teenager wondering if social status was really for sale.

In this episode of Reel Sisters Rewind, Amanda Stephens and Missy Washam relive the ultimate high school social experiment, discussing everything from Ronald’s unforgettable transformation to Cindy Mancini’s killer '80s fashion. Along the way, they’ll dive into the film’s lasting impact, its surprising life lessons, and, of course, that wild dance scene that became legendary.

Whether you crushed on Patrick Dempsey before he was McDreamy or you’re discovering this cult favorite for the first time, this episode is packed with fun facts, nostalgic throwbacks, and plenty of laughs. So, grab your suede fringe jacket and get ready for a rewind to high school hierarchy, ‘80s style!

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