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Pee-wee's Big Adventure

PG19851h 31mTim Burton
IMDb 7.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 78% · Metacritic 47

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"The story of a rebel and his bike."

The eccentric and childish Pee-wee Herman embarks on a big adventure when his beloved bicycle is stolen. Armed with information from a fortune-teller and a relentless obsession with his prized possession, Pee-wee encounters a host of odd characters and bizarre situations as he treks across the country to recover his bike.

ComedyAdventureFamily
Prenzlauer BergDark ComedyBicycleTour GuideMan ChildStolen BicycleAlamoTruck DriverRoad MovieBull Riding

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pee-wee's Big Adventure (1985) about?

The eccentric and childish Pee-wee Herman embarks on a big adventure when his beloved bicycle is stolen. Armed with information from a fortune-teller and a relentless obsession with his prized possession, Pee-wee encounters a host of odd characters and bizarre situations as he treks across the country to recover his bike.

Who stars in Pee-wee's Big Adventure?

Pee-wee's Big Adventure stars Paul Reubens (Pee-wee Herman), E. G. Daily (Dottie), Mark Holton (Francis), Diane Salinger (Simone), Judd Omen (Mickey). The film was directed by Tim Burton.

How long is Pee-wee's Big Adventure?

Pee-wee's Big Adventure has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1985. It is rated PG.

Is Pee-wee's Big Adventure worth watching?

Pee-wee's Big Adventure holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 78. Fans of Comedy, Adventure, Family are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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