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Jun 17, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: June 17, 1988 - The Great Outdoors Premieres in Theaters.

On this day June 17, 1988, The Great Outdoors premiered in theaters, bringing together two comedy powerhouses of the 80s. Starring Dan Aykroyd, John Candy and Annette Bening in her film debut, the movie was written and produced by John Hughes and directed by Howard Deutch.

The film follows a Chicago family on a summer vacation in the woods, only to have their peaceful getaway disrupted by the arrival of obnoxious relatives. With wild animals, water sports and slapstick chaos, The Great...

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