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Back to the Future (1985) 8.5
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8.5/10 from 385,183 users
Metascore: 86/100
Reviews: 641 user | 149 critic | 12 from Metacritic.com A teenager is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his friend, Dr. Emmett Brown, and must make sure his high-school-age parents unite in order to save his own existence. Director:Robert Zemeckis |
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Cast
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| Christopher Lloyd | ... | ||
| Lea Thompson | ... | ||
| Crispin Glover | ... | ||
| Thomas F. Wilson | ... | ||
| Claudia Wells | ... | ||
| Marc McClure | ... | ||
| Wendie Jo Sperber | ... | ||
| George DiCenzo | ... | ||
| Frances Lee McCain | ... | ||
| James Tolkan | ... | ||
| J.J. Cohen | ... |
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| Casey Siemaszko | ... | ||
| Billy Zane | ... | ||
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Harry Waters Jr. | ... | |
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Marty McFly, a typical American teenager of the Eighties, is accidentally sent back to 1955 in a plutonium-powered DeLorean "time machine" invented by slightly mad scientist. During his often hysterical, always amazing trip back in time, Marty must make certain his teenage parents-to-be meet and fall in love - so he can get back to the future. Written by Robert Lynch <docrlynch@yahoo.com>
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Marty McFly just broke the time barrier. He's only got one week to get it fixed. See more »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
3 July 1985 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Volver al futuro See more »Box Office
Budget:
$19,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£461,194 (UK) (1 October 2010)Gross:
£461,194 (UK) (1 October 2010)Company Credits
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1985 radio announcer: October is inventory time, so right now, Statler Toyota is making the best deals of the year on all 1985-model Toyotas. You won't find a better car at a better price with better service anywhere in Hill Valley. That's Statler Toyota in downtown Hill Valley.
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A Delorean can be seen in the driveway for the birthday party. Actress Lea Thompson who plays Justin Frost's mother in the film starred in Back to the Future which features famously a Delorean. See more »
(1954)
Music by George Bruns (uncredited)
Lyrics by Thomas W. Blackburn (uncredited)
Performed by Fess Parker
Courtesy of Disneyland-Vista Records
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Trivia
Marty McFly mimics famous rock stars during the later part of his performance at the school dance, when he starts playing heavy metal. His kicking of speakers (The Who), playing the guitar while lying down (Angus Young of AC/DC), hopping across the stage with one leg kicked up (Chuck Berry) and his solo (Jimi Hendrix/Edward Van Halen). See more »Goofs
When talking to George at the clothesline, both of Marty's shirt pocket flaps are out, but in the next shot one of them is tucked in. Shortly after that, both pocket flaps are out again. See more »Quotes
[first lines]1985 radio announcer: October is inventory time, so right now, Statler Toyota is making the best deals of the year on all 1985-model Toyotas. You won't find a better car at a better price with better service anywhere in Hill Valley. That's Statler Toyota in downtown Hill Valley.
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Crazy Credits
The character Marty McFly is credited as a performer on the song "Johnny B. Goode". It is actually sung by Mark Campbell with a guitar solo by Tim May. See more »Connections
Referenced in Splinterheads (2009)A Delorean can be seen in the driveway for the birthday party. Actress Lea Thompson who plays Justin Frost's mother in the film starred in Back to the Future which features famously a Delorean. See more »
Soundtracks
"THE BALLAD OF DAVY CROCKETT"(1954)
Music by George Bruns (uncredited)
Lyrics by Thomas W. Blackburn (uncredited)
Performed by Fess Parker
Courtesy of Disneyland-Vista Records
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Back To The Future (1985) is my all time favourite movie. It's a thoroughly feel good film, accessible to all ages and enjoyable from the 1st to the 45th time of watching and never fails to bring a smile. Humour for all ages and a kick-ass car to boot, what more could a young kid want? Or those young at heart?
From Marty's "Johnny B Goode" to Doc's classic "Run For It Marty!" You'll find that even though you know what's coming next, you'll still laugh. It is the ultimate feel good movie, the weed overcomes the bully, the dreamers wishes come true and all because a nosey old bird thrusts for a nickel "Save The Clock Tower!"
It's popularity spawned 2 sequels and although it got decreasingly good in terms of quality as a film, Back To The Future remains the best film in my repetoire and a safe bet when you need to feel good.
It gets a solid 9 out of 10, comedy, fantasy, the gorgeous Lea Thompson, the insane but comic Doc and the typical teenager Marty make this film a must for all young at heart.