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Fast Times

Series Overview

Fast Times is a seven-episode 1986 television remake of the 1982 movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High that was produced by Amy Heckerling, who directed the original film. Cameron Crowe, who penned the original Fast Times novel and film screenplay, served as creative consultant. Moon Unit Zappa participated as a technical consultant. She was hired in order to research slang terms and mannerisms of teenagers, as she had just graduated from high school at the time and had a much better grasp of then-current high school behavior than the writers. Oingo Boingo provided the theme song.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 7 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1986 – 1986

Premiered: Wed, Mar 5, 1986

Created By
Allen Rucker

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Apr 23, 1986

Season 1, Episode 7: “Secret Romance”

Stacy disappears on a date with "the perfect guy," someone she just met, and doesn't tell anybody where she's going. Meanwhile, Mr. Vargas loses his zest for teaching and resigns.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Allen Rucker

Screenplay & Story

Cameron Crowe

Producers

Amy Heckerling

Literary Origin & Source Material
Characters:Cameron Crowe

Department Leadership Roster

Amy Heckerling

Amy Heckerling

Producer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fast Times.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fast Times

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What is Fast Times about?

Fast Times is a seven-episode 1986 television remake of the 1982 movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High that was produced by Amy Heckerling, who directed the original film. Cameron Crowe, who penned the original Fast Times novel and film screenplay, served as creative consultant. Moon Unit Zappa participated as a technical consultant. She was hired in order to research slang terms and mannerisms of teenagers, as she had just graduated from high school at the time and had a much better grasp of then-current high school behavior than the writers. Oingo Boingo provided the theme song.

How many seasons does Fast Times have?

Fast Times comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Fast Times?

Key cast members in Fast Times include Ray Walston, Vincent Schiavelli, Kit McDonough, Patrick Dempsey, Dean Cameron.

Who created or directed Fast Times?

Fast Times was developed and directed by Allen Rucker.