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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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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
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(133 articles)
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User Comments:
Typical 1980s Film That Still Delivers more (560 total)

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Runtime:
117 min
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Colour (Technicolor)
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1.37 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
70 mm 6-Track (70 mm prints) | Dolby (35 mm prints)

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Trivia:
The "Back to the Future" series (including Back to the Future (1985), Back to the Future Part II (1989), and Back to the Future Part III (1990)) ranked at #9 on IGN's Top 25 Movie Franchises of All Time (2006). more
Goofs:
Incorrectly regarded as goofs: In 1955 Dr. Brown questions Marty on Ronald Reagan being President in 1985, saying he supposes Jane Wyman is first lady. In fact, they were divorced in 1948 and Ron and Nancy were married in 1952. However, Doc was probably not aware of this and has only a limited knowledge of pop culture, which would not be uncharacteristic of him. 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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Movie Connections:
Referenced in Klay World: Off the Table (2005) (V) more
Soundtrack:
THE POWER OF LOVE more

FAQ

Who was this "Jane Wyman" person that "Doc" Emmett L. Brown was talking about?
How did Marty and Doc get to know each other in the original timeline?
Was the 'To Be Continued' title card on the original theatrical release?
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73 out of 108 people found the following comment 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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