Screenplay data
Max Fischer, an eccentric and ambitious fifteen-year-old student at Rushmore Academy, falls in love with first-grade teacher Rosemary Cross, while also befriending wealthy industrialist Herman Blume. Max's academic struggles lead to his expulsion from Rushmore, forcing him to attend public school, but he continues to pursue Rosemary and stage elaborate plays. A rivalry develops between Max and Herman for Rosemary's affection, escalating into a series of pranks and betrayals that strain their friendship. Max eventually reconciles with Herman and Rosemary, finding a new sense of purpose in directing a play inspired by his life experiences, which receives critical acclaim and brings him closer to his new girlfriend, Margaret Yang. The film concludes with Max, Herman, and Rosemary finding peace and happiness at the Heaven and Hell Cotillion dance, celebrating Max's success and their renewed bonds.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Rushmore follows Max Fischer’s obsessive extracurricular pursuits leading to a romantic infatuation and personal crisis.
Open full beat sheetMax Fischer is listed as Protagonist / Student. Extremely skinny, pale, 15-year-old student at Rushmore, known for being involved in numerous clubs and activities. In the parsed data, Max Fischer is connected to 20 scenes, 16 dialogue lines, 18 text mentions, first appearing around scene 3.
20 scenes / 16 dialogue linesRosemary Cross is listed as Teacher. A 28-year-old first-grade teacher at Rushmore, widow of Edward Appleby. In the parsed data, Rosemary Cross is connected to 8 scenes, 4 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
8 scenes / 4 dialogue linesHerman Blume is listed as Businessman / Mentor. A wealthy, tough-looking man in his fifties, owner of Blume International Concrete. In the parsed data, Herman Blume is connected to 8 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
8 scenes / 3 dialogue linesDr. Guggenheim is listed as Headmaster. Headmaster of Rushmore Academy, silver-haired and patronizing. In the parsed data, Dr. Guggenheim is connected to 5 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 4.
5 scenes / 2 dialogue linesDirk Calloway is listed as Student. A fourth grader, Max's chapel partner. In the parsed data, Dirk Calloway is connected to 5 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 15.
5 scenes / 1 dialogue linesBert Fischer is listed as Barber. Max's father, a white-haired man of sixty-five. In the parsed data, Bert Fischer is connected to 4 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 10.
4 scenes / 1 dialogue linesMagnus Buchan is listed as Student. A burly foreign exchange student from Scotland. In the parsed data, Magnus Buchan is connected to 3 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 20.
3 scenes / 2 dialogue linesMargaret Yang is listed as Student. A student at Grover Cleveland High School, later Max's girlfriend. In the parsed data, Margaret Yang is connected to 2 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 20.
2 scenes / 3 dialogue linesMr. Adams is listed as Teacher. Geometry teacher at Rushmore. In the parsed data, Mr. Adams is connected to 1 scene, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 1.
1 scenes / 1 dialogue linesMrs. Blume is listed as Herman Blume's wife. Fair-skinned redhead, unhappy in her marriage.
0 scenes / 0 dialogue linesMax Fischer solves an impossible geometry problem in class, impressing his teacher and classmates.
Max Fischer, Mr. AdamsHerman Blume gives a speech at the school chapel, which Max finds inspiring.
Max Fischer, Herman Blume, Dirk CallowayMax introduces himself to Mr. Blume after the chapel service.
Max Fischer, Herman Blume, Dirk Calloway, Dr. GuggenheimDr. Guggenheim puts Max on academic probation.
Max Fischer, Dr. GuggenheimMax discovers a quote in a library book that leads him to Miss Cross.
Max FischerMax observes Miss Cross teaching her first-grade class.
Max Fischer, Rosemary CrossMax discusses his academic struggles with his father.
Max Fischer, Bert FischerMax meets Miss Cross and they discuss their backgrounds.
Max Fischer, Rosemary CrossMax's play 'Serpico' is performed.
Max Fischer, Herman Blume, Rosemary CrossMax and Frank argue backstage after a performance, leading to a physical altercation.
Max Fischer, Bert FischerMax bows to the audience with a bloody nose.
Max FischerMax interacts with his father and Miss Cross at the post-show reception.
Max Fischer, Rosemary Cross, Bert Fischer, Herman BlumeMax makes a scene at dinner with Mr. Blume, Miss Cross, and John.
Max Fischer, Herman Blume, Rosemary CrossMr. Blume visits Miss Cross to deliver a letter from Max.
Herman Blume, Rosemary CrossMax is pelted with rocks by Dirk and Tommy Stallings while walking through the quadrangle on Halloween.
Max Fischer, Dirk CallowayMax meets Dr. Guggenheim to discuss Miss Cross's resignation.
Max Fischer, Dr. GuggenheimMax visits Miss Cross as she packs up her classroom.
Max Fischer, Rosemary CrossMax fights Magnus Buchan after being taunted.
Max Fischer, Dirk Calloway, Magnus BuchanMax and Mr. Blume meet at the grave of Max's mother.
Max Fischer, Herman BlumeMax and Magnus perform the final scene of the play, followed by a reunion with Margaret Yang and a standing ovation.
Max Fischer, Magnus Buchan, Margaret Yang, Dr. GuggenheimThe Heaven and Hell Cotillion dance takes place with various characters interacting.
Max Fischer, Herman Blume, Rosemary Cross, Dirk Calloway, Bert Fischer, Margaret YangNow, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich, and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs. And take them down.
No. Please, don't come in here. Look. I'm sorry I hurt you. I'm sorry I love your friend instead of you. But just. Please, Max.
My name's Max Fischer. I just wanted to tell you, I strongly agree with your views concerning Rushmore.
Except when the value of the x coordinate is less than or equal to the value of the -- Yes, Isaac?
It entails that if you fail another class, you are going to be asked to leave Rushmore.
Yes, I am. And find your own partner, Mr. Blume. No offense, but I'm spoken for.
May I cut in? I haven't had a change to cut a rug with your new girlfriend yet.
I made a mistake, all right? It doesn't make any difference, anyway.
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