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Back to the Future (1985) -- In 1985, Doc Brown invented time travel, in 1955, Marty McFly accidentally prevented his parents from meeting, putting his own existence at stake.
Back to the Future (1985) -- Marty wakes up in his mother's bed wearing his underwear.
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Overview

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Director:
Writers:
Robert Zemeckis (written by) &
Bob Gale (written by)
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Release Date:
3 July 1985 (USA) more
Tagline:
He's the only kid ever to get into trouble before he was born. [UK] more
Plot:
In 1985, Doc Brown invents time travel; in 1955, Marty McFly accidentally prevents his parents from meeting, putting his own existence at stake. full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
Won Oscar. Another 13 wins & 23 nominations more
User Reviews:
Typical 1980s Film That Still Delivers more (562 total)

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Runtime:
116 min
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Color:
Color (Technicolor)
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1.33 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
70 mm 6-Track (70 mm prints) | Dolby (35 mm prints)

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The lion statues in front of the Lyon Estates subdivisions were inspired by two like statues in the University City Loop in St. Louis, where writer Bob Gale grew up. more
Goofs:
Revealing mistakes: In the bedroom where Marty wakes up to first encounter his future mother, the stormy early morning light from the window can barely light the end of the bed. She turns the light on and thereafter you can see the light from the rainy window throws clear shadows onto the wallpaper at the back of the room, even though the bedroom light is now on. 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...
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Soundtrack:
HEAVEN IS ONE STEP AWAY more

FAQ

How did Marty and Doc get to know each other in the original timeline?
Is the bum on the bus bench former Mayor Red Thomas?
Why don't George and Lorraine recognize Marty as the guy who got them together in 1955?
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73 out of 108 people found the following review useful.
Typical 1980s Film That Still Delivers, 5 September 2000
Author: tfrizzell from United States

"Back to the Future" is a very smart film that benefits from likeable characters and an insightful screenplay. Michael J. Fox accidently goes back to 1955 in a DeLorean that has been turned into a time machine by the wacky Christopher Lloyd. Now Fox must bring his parents together after he inadvertently changes the future. It is not quite as complicated as it sounds. The film is great fun that seems brand new 15 years later. A great movie by Robert Zemeckis. 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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