Spring break: Spend the day at home watching one of these 10 films set during the holiday
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If you are an introvert and don't feel like hitting up the beach or catching a concert at a local venue this spring break, consider picking up some takeout and checking out one of the following flicks dealing with the holiday.
'From Justin to Kelly' - 2003
The first season of "American Idol" had contracts where the winner and runner-up had to star in a musical after the show wrapped. Unfortunately, the film was a critical and commercial failure and is known as one of the worst movies ever made.
Kelly, a waitress from Texas, and Justin, a college student from Pennsylvania, meet during spring break in Fort Lauderdale, Floria and share a spark of chemistry between the two. But Justin loses Kelly's number and her "frenemie" Alexa has her sights on Justin ― will true love win?
How to watch: The film is available to rent on Apple TV+ and Prime Video for $3.99
'Jeepers Creepers' - 2001
Every 23 years, for 23 days, an ancient demonic creature eats. What does it eat? Humans.
Darry and Trish are headed home during their spring break and take the scenic route through the countryside. Unbeknownst to them, the Creeper is in search for a new pair of eyes from one of the siblings. Which one will he devour?
How to watch: The film is available to stream on Tubi.
'Piranha 3D' - 2010
A remake of the 1978 horror film "Piranha," "Piranha 3D" takes place during spring break in Lake Victoria, Arizona.
After a sudden underwater tremor sets free prehistoric piranha, a band of strangers must work together to protect their community and from becoming fish food.
How to watch: The film is available to stream on Tubi.
'Reno 911!: Miami' - 2007
Based on the hit Comedy Central series, "Reno 911!: Miami" has the rag-tag team of officers headed to Florida for a national police convention.
But when a terrorist attack disrupts the event, they are forced to save the day and be the law for the city while the rest of the United States' police force wait to be rescued.
How to watch: The film is available to rent on Apple TV+ and Prime Video for $3.99
'Spring Break' - 1983
Stu and O.T. are two college studs who came to Fort Lauderdale, Florida for spring break in hopes of having fun and meeting potential women. But when they arrive to their motel, they come to find it's already occupied by Nelson and Adam, a pair of college nerds.
With no other accommodations available, Stu and O.T. agree to share the room and promise them a great spring break. However, fun times get threatened when Nelson's controlling step-dad shows up.
How to watch: The film is available to stream on Tubi.
'Spring Breakdown' - 2009
In an attempt to relive their college days they never got to experience, and handle a work problem, three friends head to South Padre Island during spring break.
The film stars "Saturday Night Live" alums Amy Poehler and Rachel Dratch, along with Golden Globe-nominee Parker Posey.
How to watch: The film is available to rent on Apple TV+ and Prime Video for $3.99
'Spring Breakers' - 2012
Brit, Candy, Cotty and Faith have been best friends since elementary school and currently live together in a college dorm. In order to have fun during spring break, the four decided to steal a car, rob a local diner with fake firearms and head to St. Petersburg, Florida.
But when the girls are thrown in jail after a police raid at a party they were it, a mysterious drug dealer bails them out. Sensing danger, the girls decide if they want to follow him in his cycle of drugs and debauchery or head back to their school.
How to watch: The film is available to stream on Kanopy and Max.
'Terror at Red Wolf Inn' - 1972
While everyone else at her college is leaving for spring break, Regina thinks she'll be alone like she normally is. But when she finds out she won a getaway vacation to the Red Wolf Inn, she is excited.
However, not all is as it seems at the Red Wolf Inn. A guest suddenly vanishes and no one seems to be concerned. Still, the barbecued ribs are tasty, so what is there to complain about?
How to watch: The film is available to stream on Tubi.
'Where the Boys Are' - 1960
Merritt, Melanie, Tuggle and Angie are students at Penmore University in the Midwest who decide to travel to Fort Lauderdale, Florida for spring break.
Their hopes for the vacation? Seeking out adventures and finding romance with college guys they plan on meeting.
How to watch: The film is available to rent on Apple TV+ and Prime Video for $3.99
'22 Jump Street' - 2014
A sequel to the 2012 comedy "21 Jump Street," "22 Jump Street" has Schmidt and Jenko going undercover at a local college to find out who is selling drugs on campus.
The film ends with the pair headed to San Juan, Puerto Rico for spring break to catch the dealer, The Ghost. Running through parties on the beach, will the two undercover agents be able to arrest the criminal?
How to watch: The film is available to stream on Freevee.
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