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Ferris Bueller's Day Off

PG-1319861h 43mJohn Hughes
IMDb 7.8 · Rotten Tomatoes 85% · Metacritic 61

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"Leisure rules."

After high school slacker Ferris Bueller successfully fakes an illness in order to skip school for the day, he goes on a series of adventures throughout Chicago with his girlfriend Sloane and best friend Cameron, all the while trying to outwit his wily school principal and fed-up sister.

Comedy
Chicago, IllinoisHigh SchoolIndependenceComing Of AgeCaperBreaking The Fourth WallTeen MovieFantasy SequenceCar TheftSkipping School

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) about?

After high school slacker Ferris Bueller successfully fakes an illness in order to skip school for the day, he goes on a series of adventures throughout Chicago with his girlfriend Sloane and best friend Cameron, all the while trying to outwit his wily school principal and fed-up sister.

Who stars in Ferris Bueller's Day Off?

Ferris Bueller's Day Off stars Matthew Broderick (Ferris Bueller), Alan Ruck (Cameron Frye), Mia Sara (Sloane Peterson), Jeffrey Jones (Ed Rooney), Jennifer Grey (Jeanie Bueller). The film was directed by John Hughes.

How long is Ferris Bueller's Day Off?

Ferris Bueller's Day Off has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1986. It is rated PG-13.

Is Ferris Bueller's Day Off worth watching?

Ferris Bueller's Day Off holds an IMDb rating of 7.8/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 85. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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