19 ’80s Movie references in Stranger Things you probably didn't notice

Movie references in Stranger Things
Movie references in Stranger Things

15. Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)

Pool Scene from Stranger Things 3 | Image via Netflix
Pool Scene from Stranger Things 3 | Image via Netflix

In Stranger Things 3, several scenes pay homage to Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Karen Wheeler's pool scene mirrors Phoebe Cates' famous red swimsuit moment. In the final episode, Steve knocks over a cardboard cutout of Phoebe Cates in the video store. Additionally, Dustin describes his girlfriend, Suzie, as looking like Phoebe Cates, "only hotter." These references cleverly nod to the iconic moments from the 1982 film.

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Edited by Sangeeta Mathew