Back to the Future Trilogy (1985 - 1990)

Updated: Jun 12

Introduction

The "Back to the Future" trilogy, directed by Robert Zemeckis and produced by Steven Spielberg, is a seminal series in the science fiction and adventure genres. The trilogy follows the time-traveling adventures of teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) and the eccentric scientist Dr. Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd). Renowned for its innovative storytelling, memorable characters, and its influence on popular culture, the trilogy has become a beloved classic, captivating audiences with its blend of humor, heart, and temporal escapades.

1. Back to the Future (1985) (see film details here)

Rating: PG | Duration: 1h 56min | Rating: 8.5/10 | Genres: #Adventure #Comedy #SciFi

Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children.)

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In "Back to the Future," Marty McFly, a 1980s teenager, is accidentally sent back to 1955 in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his friend, Dr. Emmett Brown. Marty must ensure his teenage parents-to-be meet and fall in love, so he can return to the future.

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The DeLorean was chosen as the time machine because of its futuristic design, which led many people to believe it was an actual time machine in the 1980s.

2. Back to the Future Part II (1989) (see film details here)

Rating: PG | Duration: 1h 48min | Rating: 7.8/10 | Genres: #Adventure #Comedy #Sci-Fi

Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children.)

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"Back to the Future Part II" takes Marty and Dr. Brown to the year 2015, where they must prevent Marty's future son from making a decision that ruins the McFly family's future. The film is famous for its depiction of the future, including hoverboards and self-lacing shoes.

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The futuristic hoverboard scenes led to widespread rumors in the 1990s that hoverboards were real and being kept secret by the government.

3. Back to the Future Part III (1990) (see film details here)

Rating: PG | Duration: 1h 58min | Rating: 7.4/10 | Genres: #Adventure #Comedy #Sci-Fi

Parental Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested, Some material may not be suitable for children.)

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In "Back to the Future Part III," Marty travels to 1885 to rescue Dr. Brown, who is trapped in the past. The film blends the series' trademark time-travel with a Western setting, as Marty navigates the challenges of the Old West and finds love.

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"Back to the Future Part III" was filmed back-to-back with Part II, a rare practice in film production at the time.

Additional Films in the Series

While the "Back to the Future" trilogy concluded with Part III, the series has continued to influence and inspire a variety of media, including an animated series, video games, and a theme park ride, keeping the spirit of the trilogy alive in popular culture.

➱ TRILOGY COMMON HASHTAGS:

#RobertZemeckis - Director

#BobGale - Writer

#StevenSpielberg - Producer

#MichaelJFox - As Marty McFly

#ChristopherLloyd - As Doc Brown

#LeaThompson - As Lorraine Baines

#CrispinGlover - As George McFly

#ThomasFWilson - As Biff Tannen

#AlanSilvestri - Music

#DeanCundey - Cinematography

#ArthurSchmidt - Editing