Pee-wee's Big Adventure 1985

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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.

Paul Reubens

as Pee-wee Herman

E. G. Daily

as Dottie

Mark Holton

as Francis

Diane Salinger

as Simone

Judd Omen

as Mickey

Irving Hellman

as Mr. Crowtrey

Monte Landis

as Mario

Damon Martin

as Chip

Alice Nunn

as Large Marge

David C. Glasser

as BMX Kid

Director:

Tim Burton

Writer:

Phil Hartman, Paul Reubens, Michael Varhol

Genres:

Comedy,Adventure,Family

Release Date:

1985 (U.S.A)

Run Time:

91 min

MMPA Rating:

PG

Critics Reviews

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Nell Minow
Lena Moore ★ TOP CRITIC
Director of “Midnight Mercy”

“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”

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Bradley Vance ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter of “Dust Country”

“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”

Nell Minow
Simone Alvarez ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer of “The Burning Floor”

“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”

Nell Minow
Harold Kim ★ TOP CRITIC
BAFTA-nominated Actor

“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”

Nell Minow
Maya S. ★ TOP CRITIC
Director

“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”

Nell Minow
Chris D. ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter

“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”

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Olivia M. ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer

“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”

Audience Reviews

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Lena M

Incredibly done! Can’t wait to watch it again.

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Marty Tyson

Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.

Nell Minow
Hope Ayala

Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.

Nell Minow
Jeff B.

My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!

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Tyler D.

im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!

Cast & Crew of

Pee-wee's Big Adventure

Directors & Credit Writers

Credit Writers

Cast

Paul Reubens

as Pee-wee Herman

E. G. Daily

as Dottie

Mark Holton

as Francis

Diane Salinger

as Simone

Judd Omen

as Mickey

Irving Hellman

as Mr. Crowtrey

Monte Landis

as Mario

Damon Martin

as Chip

Alice Nunn

as Large Marge

David C. Glasser

as BMX Kid

Gregory Brown

as BMX Kid

Bill Cable

as Policeman #1

Peter Looney

as Policeman #2

Starletta DuPois

as Sgt. Hunter

Ed Herlihy

as Mr. Buxton

Ralph Seymour

as Francis' Accomplice

Lou Cutell

as Amazing Larry

Raymond Martino

as Gang Member

Erica Yohn

as Madam Ruby

Bill W. Richmond

as Highway Patrolman

Ed Griffith

as Trucker

Simmy Bow

as Man in Diner

Jon Harris

as Andy

Carmen Filpi

as Hobo Jack

Jan Hooks

as Tina

John Moody

as Bus Clerk

John O'Neill

as Cowboy #1

Alex Sharp

as Cowboy #2

Chester Grimes

as Biker #1

Luis Contreras

as Biker #2

Lonnie Parkinson

as Biker #3

Howard Hirdler

as Biker #4

Cassandra Peterson

as Biker Mama

Jason Hervey

as Kevin Morton

Bob McClurg

as Studio Guard

John Paragon

as Movie Lot Actor

Susan Barnes

as Movie Lot Actress

Zachary Hoffman

as Director

Lynne Marie Stewart

as Mother Superior

George Sasaki

as Japanese Director

Richard Brose

as Tarzan

Drew Seward

as Kid #1

Brett Fellman

as Kid #2

Bob Drew

as Fireman

John Gilgreen

as Policeman at Pet Shop

Noreen Hennessey

as Reporter

Phil Hartman

as Reporter

Michael Varhol

as Photographer

Sunshine Parker

as Hobo

Gilles Savard

as Pierre

James Brolin

as "P. W."

Morgan Fairchild

as "Dottie"

Tony Bill

as Terry Hawthorne

Dee Snider

as Self

Milton Berle

as Self (uncredited)

Terry Bolo

as Biker Chick (uncredited)

Tim Burton

as Thug in Alley (uncredited)

Manuel Benitez

as BMX Kid #0

Darla

as Pink Poodle (uncredited)

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