The film also features Robert Downey Jr., Paul Gleason, Steve James, Jennifer Tilly and Uma Thurman.

The title track, "Johnny B. Goode", originally recorded by Chuck Berry, was re-recorded by Judas Priest for their album, Ram It Down.

His best friend, Leo Wiggins, thinks he should hold out for the best offer while his girlfriend, Georgia, wants him to go to State University with her and get a solid education.

He tells Johnny that he is headed for a lot of trouble if he signs with the colleges that are giving him gifts and money, which is a violation of NCAA rules.

Chief Elkans, the local sheriff (and Georgia's strict father, who has a grudge against Johnny), then turns up after the girls falsely accuse them of rape.

The Walker family and Georgia are pleased with Johnny's decision, but Hisler, refusing to accept this as fact, threatens him.

It turns out to be Ned Sanders, the head coach of State University, who accepts Johnny, and officially offers him a scholarship, after he says that he just wants a good education and a chance to play football.

Over the credits, Johnny plays the drums while watching the collateral damage for all of the people caught in the recruitment scandal (including his former coach, who is in jail).

[2] Nugent's contribution to the soundtrack, "Skintight", earned nomination for a 1988 Golden Raspberry Award as Worst Original Song.