Ferris Bueller's Day Off

PG-13

Released Jun 11, 1986

1h 43m

Comedy

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250,000+ Ratings

Ferris Bueller (Matthew Broderick) has an uncanny skill at cutting classes and getting away with it. Intending to make one last duck-out before graduation, Ferris calls in sick, "borrows" a Ferrari, and embarks on a one-day journey through the streets of Chicago. On Ferris' trail is high school principal Rooney (Jeffrey Jones), determined to catch him in the act.

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Critics Consensus

Matthew Broderick charms in Ferris Bueller's Day Off, a light and irrepressibly fun movie about being young and having fun.

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Michael Blowen

Boston Globe

A sparkling comedy that skips along on the strength of Matthew Broderick's deceptively difficult performance.

Jul 30, 2024

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Paul Attanasio

Washington Post

The whole script is off-balance.

Jan 3, 2018

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Kathleen Carroll

New York Daily News

"Ferris Bueller" has some cheerfully zany scenes, but lacks the originality and verve of Hughes' previous telltale teen comedies.

Rated: 3.5/4

Jun 10, 2016

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Dan Webster

Spokesman-Review (Washington)

May be [John Hughes'] best film to date. Funny, poignant and rebellious, "Ferris Bueller" is the most cinematically controlled of Hughes' directorial efforts. It speaks to all ages.

Rated: 4/4

Jul 27, 2024

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George Kowalik

Vague Visages

If Ferris Bueller and his day off resemble something else universal, it is liberation. In the context of the journey, this is best understood as the ability to be in transit.

Oct 4, 2023

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Justin Brown

Medium Popcorn

I still enjoyed this but worry about how much a reboot will dilute this classic, which seems inevitable at this point.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 30, 2023

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Julie Smith

Everything! Every scene is classic John Hughes! Ferris Buller is everyone’s hero! 🤣

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/22/23

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Nyia Luna

Best throwback film to remind you to take a second to slow down and enjoy the lil things ☺️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/13/22

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Gnr E

I like the choice of actors they’re so good (sorry for my bad english)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/17/24

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Lincoln B

Wow! I saw this movie last night for the first time and it is probably one of my favorite throwbacks and a definite must watch for anyone over thirteen. I grew up loving John Hughes films and this one was no different Ferris's story is hilarious and the sly fourth wall breaks really set the tone for the whole movie and add depth to Ferris as a character. Ferris is definitely a jerk but the way he’s portrayed you can’t help liking and rooting for him throughout. Today many iconic 80’s films have had straight to video sequels and reboots but this one has been left untouched and for good reason as it is simply just the story of one perfect day in the life of this punk kid. I hope this film will have a theatrical re-realse as it definitely deserves it.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/13/24

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Neill V

One of those 'must see' movies. Broderick has never been better. It's an absolute classic.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/06/24

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Bob B

One of my all time favourite films, the ultimate feel good movie for those brought up in the 80's

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/02/24

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Matthew Broderick

Ferris Bueller

Alan Ruck

Cameron Frye

Mia Sara

Sloane Peterson

Jennifer Grey

Jean 'Jeanie' Bueller

Jeffrey Jones

Dean Edward 'Ed' R. Roony

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Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Official Clip - Oh, You Know Him?

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Synopsis

Director: John Hughes
Producer: John Hughes, Tom Jacobson
Screenwriter: John Hughes
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Paramount Pictures
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 11, 1986, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $69.0M
Runtime: 1h 43m
Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby Stereo
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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