On this day, November 22, 1989, Back to the Future Part II hit theaters, continuing the adventures of Marty McFly and Doc Brown in one of cinema’s most beloved franchises. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, the sequel starred Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Thomas F. Wilson, with Lea Thompson and Elisabeth Shue rounding out the cast.
With a $40 million budget, the film earned an impressive $332 million worldwide ($118 million domestic), thrilling audiences with its depiction of the “future” in 2015, hoverboards, and an alternate 1985 timeline. Back to the Future Part II remains a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its innovative storytelling and visual effects.
What’s your favorite moment from Back to the Future Part II? How do you think it compares to the original?
With a $40 million budget, the film earned an impressive $332 million worldwide ($118 million domestic), thrilling audiences with its depiction of the “future” in 2015, hoverboards, and an alternate 1985 timeline. Back to the Future Part II remains a cultural touchstone, celebrated for its innovative storytelling and visual effects.
What’s your favorite moment from Back to the Future Part II? How do you think it compares to the original?