SPF-18
Synopsis
Eighteen-year-old Penny Cooper spent years pining for heartthrob surfer Johnny Sanders Jr. before his father’s tragic death brought them closer together. But now high school is over, and when mysterious country musician Ash Baker shows up on the beach, Penny is torn.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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SPF-18 Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-08-25
Top Cast
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Carson Meyer
Penny Cooper
Noah Centineo
Johnny Sanders Jr.
Bianca A. Santos
Camilla Barnes
Jackson White
Ash Baker
Molly Ringwald
Linda Sanders
Rosanna Arquette
Faye Cooper
Sean Russel Herman
Steve Galmarini
Goldie Hawn
The Narrator (voice)
Keanu Reeves
Keanu Reeves
Pamela Anderson
Pamela Anderson
Gregory Harris
Jeff
Juan Monsalvez
Carlos
J.D. Hinton
Eliot Webb
Julianna Robinson
Eliot's Assistant
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 29, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Israel
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Israel, Michael Berk
- Original Score
- Emile Haynie
- Original Title
- SPF-18
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Artery Industries
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Israel
Alex Israel, Michael Berk
Emile Haynie
Joseph Aguirre
Tessa Davis
Alexis Waite, Kirsten Smith, China Chow
Department Leadership Roster
Tessa Davis
Editor
Alex Israel
Director
Alex Israel
Writer
Michael Berk
Writer
Alexis Waite
Producer
Kirsten Smith
Producer
China Chow
Producer
Joseph Aguirre
Director of Photography
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About SPF-18
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What is SPF-18 about?
Eighteen-year-old Penny Cooper spent years pining for heartthrob surfer Johnny Sanders Jr. before his father’s tragic death brought them closer together. But now high school is over, and when mysterious country musician Ash Baker shows up on the beach, Penny is torn.
Who directed SPF-18?
SPF-18 was directed by Alex Israel.
Who stars in SPF-18?
The principal cast of SPF-18 includes Carson Meyer, Noah Centineo, Bianca A. Santos, Jackson White, Molly Ringwald.
When was SPF-18 released and how long is it?
SPF-18 was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for SPF-18?
The original motion picture soundtrack for SPF-18 was composed by Emile Haynie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for SPF-18?
SPF-18 holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).