Curiosidades

John Hughes wrote the script in only two days.

John Hughes wasn't happy during filming of this movie, because it interfered with another project he cared about much more and resulted in his working a punishing schedule for months, but he agreed to direct it because Universal gave him a deal where he could also direct the more-valued project if he started this one first. The other film: Clube dos Cinco (1985).

Vernon Wells (Lord General) said his first time visiting America was when he filmed his part in this movie. After filming wrapped, he signed on as another villain in Comando para Matar (1985).

Kelly LeBrock's character name was inspired by Apple Computer's first GUI computer, the Apple Lisa.

Shermer High School is also the name of the high school in Clube dos Cinco (1985).