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Groundhog Day

  • 1993
  • PG
  • 1h 41m
IMDb RATING
8.0/10
717K
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Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell in Groundhog Day (1993)
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A narcissistic, self-centered weatherman finds himself in a time loop on Groundhog Day.A narcissistic, self-centered weatherman finds himself in a time loop on Groundhog Day.A narcissistic, self-centered weatherman finds himself in a time loop on Groundhog Day.

  • Director
    • Harold Ramis
  • Writers
    • Danny Rubin
    • Harold Ramis
  • Stars
    • Bill Murray
    • Andie MacDowell
    • Chris Elliott
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.0/10
    717K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    1,525
    195
    • Director
      • Harold Ramis
    • Writers
      • Danny Rubin
      • Harold Ramis
    • Stars
      • Bill Murray
      • Andie MacDowell
      • Chris Elliott
    • 1KUser reviews
    • 151Critic reviews
    • 72Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated movie #246
    • Won 1 BAFTA Award
      • 7 wins & 17 nominations total

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    Bill Murray
    Bill Murray
    • Phil
    Andie MacDowell
    Andie MacDowell
    • Rita
    Chris Elliott
    Chris Elliott
    • Larry
    Stephen Tobolowsky
    Stephen Tobolowsky
    • Ned
    Brian Doyle-Murray
    Brian Doyle-Murray
    • Buster
    Marita Geraghty
    Marita Geraghty
    • Nancy
    Angela Paton
    Angela Paton
    • Mrs. Lancaster
    Rick Ducommun
    Rick Ducommun
    • Gus
    Rick Overton
    Rick Overton
    • Ralph
    Robin Duke
    Robin Duke
    • Doris the Waitress
    Carol Bivins
    • Anchorwoman
    Willie Garson
    Willie Garson
    • Phil's Assistant Kenny
    Ken Hudson Campbell
    Ken Hudson Campbell
    • Man in Hallway
    Les Podewell
    • Old Man
    Rod Sell
    • Groundhog Official
    Tom Milanovich
    Tom Milanovich
    • State Trooper
    John M. Watson Sr.
    • Bartender
    • (as John Watson Sr.)
    Peggy Roeder
    Peggy Roeder
    • Piano Teacher
    • Director
      • Harold Ramis
    • Writers
      • Danny Rubin
      • Harold Ramis
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    Summary

    Reviewers say 'Groundhog Day' is celebrated for its unique plot and Bill Murray's exceptional performance, blending comedy with existential themes. The film explores self-discovery and the value of each day, with Andie MacDowell adding emotional depth. Critics appreciate its message about cherishing life, though some find the repetitive plot boring. The direction, screenplay, and supporting cast receive mixed reviews, with some deeming them lacking. Despite criticisms, 'Groundhog Day' is often regarded as a classic with enduring appeal.
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    9Hitchcoc

    A Soul Reclaimed

    This movie is so charming. It starts out with Phil Connor, the Bill Murray character, doing his Bill Murray. Cynicism emanating from every pore. He is harsh, disinterested, angry, full of angst. Making jokes about everything. Everybody knows it. Everybody feels it. When the "gift" or "curse" comes to him to relive the same day over and over, he at first is confused, then flippant, then angry, then suicidal, and, finally, sees it as a chance to reclaim his humanity. This is done in a series of repetitious acts which ultimately lead to his willingness to sacrifice himself, live for the day, and try to show that he is worth saving. What this movie does, like "It's a Wonderful Life," is ask us what we would do, given the same circumstances. Would we fall into a retreat of depression? Would we become something that we always wanted to be? Would we keep living it the same way, hoping for he best? Murray's character wants the romance and the commitment that he was never willing to give. He toys with his own approach to the world, experimenting and doing things until he gets them right. He goes through a period of embracing the bad, lusting after Andy MacDowell, forcing himself on the other women in the town, disdaining the "characters" he meets. But like most "everymen," he eventually must become good because without that, it doesn't matter anymore.

    He can only impress so much; he can only be angry so long. I find this movie so intriguing, not for what it says but for what it teaches. Some don't like the ending, but whatever the forces are that bring it about, it has to be. If we accept that premise, it's OK.
    8bartczak

    Sad but true

    Even if you do not realize, this movie is about you.
    8barnabyrudge

    Ingenious concept, enthusiastically presented.

    Bill Murray can be a very funny guy, especially when given roles where his character has a deliciously cruel edge. He has one of those faces, and a voice to go with it, which can make nastiness and sarcasm funny. Groundhog Day is a highly enjoyable vehicle for Murray's talents. It also has a very clever concept, neatly brought to the screen by actor-turned-director Harold Ramis (who starred alongside Murray in the Ghostbusters films).

    Pittsburgh weather-man Phil Connors (Bill Murray) is sent on assignment to Punxatawney, where on Groundhog Day each year the locals have a tradition of consulting the groundhog to find out if spring is imminent or if they should prepare for 6 more weeks of winter. Phil despises the job and the town, and can't wait to get it over with.... even though he has a soft spot for Rita (Andie MacDowell), the producer overseeing his broadcast. Phil's dislike of Punxatawney, its people and its traditions is set to get a hell of a lot worse though.... as when he awakens the next morning he finds himself reliving the same day. And so it goes - every time Phil gets up, it's still February 2nd and he seems destined to be stuck in the same day for the rest of eternity.

    It seems early on in the proceedings that the film might run out of steam and inspiration. After all, how can a film about a day which repeats itself be anything but repetitive? Thankfully, Groundhog Day is full of ingenious ideas, and it successfully throws up new developments and delightful twists at every opportunity. The film is laced with memorable dialogue, and Murray gets to play one of the defining roles of his career as a facetious, sharp-tongued misanthrope who ultimately learns the error of his ways. Groundhog Day is a very good film indeed, and restores one's faith in the imagination still lurking beneath the dismayingly shallow surface of Hollywood.
    8Danny-Szlanina

    It's just what life is all about.

    My brother told me that some people say "ground hog" day is one of the most spiritual movies ever made. First times I watched the movie ( I already have seen it a dozen times) I just laughed about it. But after some times watching I saw what the director wanted to say with it.

    In my own life the same thing happened but not as heavy as in the movie. I mean, in my life the day just become another day. ( really I ask myself, the only thing that was different that was the date) I think a lot of people live in groundhog day, doing the same thing again and again, not taking the best out of life. Just living without any consciousness. Not having enough time by their own fault, because time is a thing you can offer yourself by making other choices.

    Groundhog day....I personally am getting rid of that day more and more fortunately and finally too. More and more I am trying to make best of life and using every day in another way.

    I am not crazy. No, I just watch movies with some kind of view lately. In every movie there is a hidden message told.

    Enough about Ground Hog day....I gave the movie an 8 because the number 8 is the number of eternity. And that's also a thing the movie is about. About eternity and not about the bad and boring repeating of the stupid livings.

    Danny
    10perica-43151

    Clever film making, showing substance and talents of lead actor

    This is one warm, intelligent movie. It really lives to its reputation, which is overwhelmingly positive. A lot of substance, all understated, some laughs, respects its audience and delivers points cleverly. If you want to be encouraged and shown a positive perspective with almost no pandering, this is a movie to watch.

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Bill Murray was bitten by the groundhog twice during shooting. Murray received a course of rabies vaccines, as a result.
    • Goofs
      Sunrise in early February in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, is not until around 7:25 am, so at 6 am it would still be fully dark.
    • Quotes

      Phil: Yeah, Sport, I know there's a blizzard. When are the long-distance lines gonna be repaired? Well, what if there is no tomorrow? There wasn't one today! Hello?

      [dial tone]

      Phil: Hello?

      [hangs up the phone. He breaks a pencil and puts one half in front of the clock and the other on top]

    • Alternate versions
      AMC and Sundance broadcasts in the US slow down the film's audio pitch and speed at 4%.
    • Connections
      Edited into Pushing Daisies: Corpsicle (2007)
    • Soundtracks
      Weatherman
      Written by George Fenton and Harold Ramis

      Produced by George Fenton

      Performed by Delbert McClinton

      Courtesy of Curb Records

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • February 12, 1993 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
      • Italian
    • Also known as
      • Hechizo del tiempo
    • Filming locations
      • 344 Fremont St, Woodstock, Illinois, USA(Bed & Breakfast)
    • Production company
      • Columbia Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $14,600,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $71,107,962
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $12,517,672
      • Feb 14, 1993
    • Gross worldwide
      • $71,108,778
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 41 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
      • Dolby Digital
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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