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Movie Info

TMDB Rating: ⭐ 8.3 (21,182 votes)

Release Date: July 03, 1985

Runtime: 116 minutes

Genres:

Science Fiction Adventure Comedy

Budget: $19,000,000

Revenue: $381,109,762

Original Language: English

Status: Released

Production Countries:

🇺🇸 United States of America

Spoken Languages:

English

Critic Scores

Ratings from trusted sources

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93%

Tomatometer

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8.5/10

IMDb
1,436,962 votes

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Back to the Future

Name: Back to the Future
Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Comedy
Released: 1985
Duration: 116 min
Rating: 8.3
Cast: Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Crispin Glover, Lea Thompson, Claudia Wells

1985

Also known as: 🇫🇷 FR: Retour vers le futur 🇩🇪 DE: Zurueck in die Zukunft 🇪🇸 ES: Regreso al futuro 🇫🇷 FR: Retour vers le futur 1 🇫🇷 FR: Retour vers le futur I See all alternative titles →

Science Fiction Adventure Comedy 116 min 8.5/10

Synopsis

Back to the Future is a movie released in 1985.

In "Back to the Future," directed by Robert Zemeckis and bursting with charm, we meet Marty McFly, an average teenager played by Michael J. Fox, whose life takes a wild turn when he accidentally travels back to 1955 in a time machine built by eccentric inventor Doc Brown, portrayed brilliantly by Christopher Lloyd. This unexpected journey thrusts Marty into a world of sock hops and rotary phones, forcing him to navigate the complexities of his parents' youthful lives while ensuring his own existence remains intact. The film expertly blends science fiction with heartwarming comedy, exploring themes of destiny, family, and the butterfly effect of choices. Its iconic blend of humor and adventure, coupled with a memorable 80s soundtrack and clever plot twists, makes it a timeless classic. With its humorous take on time travel and unforgettable characters, "Back to the Future" invites viewers on a thrilling ride through time that resonates across generations, reminding us that our past shapes our future in ways we can’t always predict.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	2/5
Sexual Content	1/5
Language	1/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	2/5

Detailed explanations

Violence

There are some mild instances of violence, including chase scenes and mild peril. No graphic violence is depicted.

Sexual Content

There are brief instances of suggestive themes and mild sexual innuendo, but no explicit content.

Language

The film includes occasional mild profanity, but it is not pervasive.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are brief references to alcohol consumption, but it is not a focal point of the story.

Frightening Elements

Some scenes may be intense for younger viewers, including time travel-related moments and mild suspense.

Summary for parents:

Back to the Future is a science fiction adventure that explores themes of time travel and its consequences. While it contains mild violence and some suggestive content, it is generally appropriate for older children and teens. Parents may want to discuss the themes of responsibility and the impact of actions with younger viewers.

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Box Office

Budget: $19,000,000

Revenue: $381,109,762

Profit $362,109,762

ROI +1905.8% (20.1x)

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The Back to the Future Collection captures the thrilling escapades of Marty McFly and Doc Brown as they embark on a series of time-traveling adventures, traversing past, present, and future in an iconic DeLorean. The first film, "Back to the Future" (1985), introduces audiences to the duo's initial accidental journey to the 1950s, where Marty must navigate the precarious social landscape of the era to ensure his own future existence. The third film, "Back to the Future Part III" (1990), takes a sharp turn into the Old West of the 1880s, blending sci-fi elements with the charm and challenges of the frontier period. This collection is renowned for its innovative approach to time travel, seamlessly blending comedy, science fiction, and action. The relationship between Marty and Doc is the heart of the series, providing both emotional depth and comic relief. Themes of friendship, courage, and the consequences of altering the past weave through the narrative, making the Back to the Future Collection a compelling journey that continues to captivate audiences with its imagination and wit.

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Back to the Future is directed by Robert Zemeckis .