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Back to the Future Part III streaming

1990 Movie United States Sci-Fi, Adventure, Comedy, Science Fiction 119 min Ages 8+
By: Robert Zemeckis With: Elisabeth Shue, Mary Steenburgen, Christopher Lloyd, Matt Clark, Thomas F. Wilson

Stranded in 1955, Marty McFly receives written word from his friend, Doctor Emmett Brown, as to where can be found the DeLorean time machine. However, an unfortunate discovery prompts Marty to go to his friend's aid. Using the time machine, Marty travels to the old west where his friend has run afoul of a gang of thugs and has fallen in love with a local schoolteacher. Using the technology from the time, Marty and Emmett devise one last chance to send the two of them back to the future.

Filmium rating
75%

Mood

Adventurous
Entertaining
Nostalgic
Romantic

Cast & Crew

Robert Zemeckis
Bob Gale
Matt Clark
Thomas F. Wilson
Michael J. Fox
Elisabeth Shue
Christopher Lloyd
Mary Steenburgen
Lea Thompson

Adaptation

Sequel
Trilogy Conclusion

Budget

Mid-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Location Shooting
Practical Effects
Train Sequences
Visual Effects

Narrative Structure

Intertwined Narratives
Non-Linear
Nonlinear
Time Travel
Time-Travel

Pace

Action-Packed
Balanced
Dynamic
Fast-Paced

Runtime

Long Runtime

Soundtrack

Orchestral Score
Period Music
Zz Top

Style

Cinematic
High-Budget
Period-Piece
Spectacular
Time Travel
Western

Time-Period

1885
1955
1990
Old West

Central Conflict

Fate Of The Future
Man Vs. Man
Preventing Death
Romantic Conflict
Saving Doc
Time Travel Complications

Characters

Buford Tannen
Clara Clayton
Doc Brown
Marty Mcfly

Ending

Family Reunion
Future Unwritten
Hopeful

Historical Context

1885
Late 19Th Century
Old West

Key Plot Points

Duel Challenge
Locomotive Rescue
Time Machine Breakdown

Plot

Old West Setting
Rescue Mission
Romantic Subplot
Time Travel
Western Setting

Setting

1885
1885 Old West
1955 Hill Valley
Hill Valley
Old West
San Francisco

Shooting Location

Arizona
California
Jamestown
Monument Valley

Theme

Fate And Destiny
Fate Of The Future
Friendship
Love
Romance
Time Travel Consequences

Genre

Adventure
Comedy
Science Fiction
Western

Audiences

Adults
Family
Science Fiction Fans
Teenagers
Teens

Titles

Back To The Future Part Iii

Awards

Saturn Award For Best Music
Supporting Actor Thomas F. Wilson

Box Office Success

$245 Million Worldwide
Top Grossing 1990 Film

Critical Reception

80% Rotten Tomatoes
Mixed Reviews
Positive

Popularity

Fan Favorite
Nostalgic Appeal

Ratings

A− Cinemascore

Reception

Audience Approval
Box Office Success
Nostalgic
Positive Reviews

Production Countries

United States

Release Year

1990
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