Description
Title: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)
Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction
Plot Synopsis:
Bill and Ted, two high school slackers on the brink of failing their history class, are given the chance of a lifetime when a time-traveling man named Rufus arrives in a futuristic phone booth. Traveling through the past, they meet historical icons like Socrates, Napoleon, and Joan of Arc, all in a wild effort to ace their final history presentation and ensure their destined future as the rockstars who save the world.
Cast and Crew:
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Director: Stephen Herek
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Writers: Chris Matheson, Ed Solomon
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Cast:
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Keanu Reeves as Ted
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Alex Winter as Bill
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George Carlin as Rufus
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Terry Camilleri as Napoleon
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Dan Shor as Billy the Kid
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YouTube Trailer: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure | Trailer
IMDb Link: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)
Reviews from Letterboxd
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patrickwmullen – ★★★★☆
“This is one of the most fun and lighthearted time travel movies ever made. The chemistry between Reeves and Winter is perfect and the historical hijinks never get old.” -
nathaxnne – ★★★☆☆
“Not as deep as some of its contemporaries, but the goofy charm and endless quotability make this totally excellent.” -
subliminal – ★★★★☆
“Pure 80s nonsense in the best way. A film that loves history as much as it loves dumb jokes—and somehow it works beautifully.” -
cinemadreamer – ★★★★★
“Every time I rewatch this, I love it more. Bill and Ted are just so earnest and kind-hearted, and it’s a joy to watch them bumble their way through time.” -
stevenc – ★★★½☆
“Somehow this manages to be both absurd and educational? Either way, it’s a ride worth taking—so many laughs and memorable moments.”
Meta Description:
Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989) is a time-traveling buddy comedy where two lovable slackers meet historical legends to save their grades—and the future. A totally awesome 80s classic full of laughs, heart, and adventure.
Title: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey (1991)
Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction
Plot Synopsis:
Evil robot doubles of Bill and Ted are sent from the future to kill them and derail their destiny. After being murdered, the duo must outwit Death, journey through the afterlife, and return to Earth to stop the evil robots, win the Battle of the Bands, and secure the future of humanity through the power of music.
Cast and Crew:
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Director: Pete Hewitt
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Writers: Chris Matheson, Ed Solomon
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Cast:
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Keanu Reeves as Ted “Theodore” Logan / Evil Ted
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Alex Winter as Bill S. Preston, Esq. / Evil Bill
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William Sadler as Death
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Joss Ackland as Chuck De Nomolos
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George Carlin as Rufus
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YouTube Trailer: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey | Trailer
IMDb Link: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey (1991)
Reviews from Letterboxd
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and_away_we_go – ★★★★½
“Whoa… This is most atypical… deeply weird and out there—an existentialist, stoner rock odyssey into the afterlife.” -
LiamWebster – ★★★★½
“What if I told you … Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey … is even better than the original?” -
Daniel_Movies1 – ★★★★½
“Just like the first one… one of the best comedys ever made, it was so funny from the beginning to the end.” -
Oliviaisnotokay – ★★★★½
“Bill and Ted beating Death itself at every game possible might just be the funniest thing. Add on evil robot versions… dialogue that made the first so funny and memorable.” -
TimBrayton – ★★★½
“The most ambitious kind of sequel… far more uneven… but then it swings around to extraordinary heights like William Sadler’s peevish Grim Reaper.”
Meta Description:
Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey (1991) is a bizarre and brilliant sci-fi comedy where Bill and Ted die, outwit Death, and return to Earth to save the world with music. Packed with surreal humor, robot doubles, and a memorable turn by William Sadler as the Grim Reaper.
Title: Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020)
Genre: Science Fiction, Comedy
Plot Synopsis:
Decades after being told they would write the song to unite the world, Bill and Ted find themselves middle-aged, still struggling to fulfill their destiny. When a visitor from the future warns them that time is running out and reality is on the brink of collapse, the duo sets out on a time-hopping adventure to steal the song from their future selves. With help from their daughters, a few historical legends, and old friends, they embark on one last wild ride to face the music and save the universe.
Cast and Crew:
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Director: Dean Parisot
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Writers: Chris Matheson, Ed Solomon
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Cast:
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Keanu Reeves as Ted Logan
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Alex Winter as Bill S. Preston
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Samara Weaving as Thea Preston
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Brigette Lundy-Paine as Billie Logan
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Kristen Schaal as Kelly
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YouTube Trailer: Bill & Ted Face the Music | Trailer
IMDb Link: Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020)
Reviews from Letterboxd
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FinlayMS – ★★★★☆
“Oh yes dude, Bill and Ted are back. This one is a real improvement and funnier but it does more. It shows the power of music and how it unites us. It was rocking awesome.” -
ro bro – ★★½☆
“VERY heavy emphasis that this is not a negative 2.5 stars! It’s awesome to see how perfectly Alex Winter and Keanu slip right back into Bill and Ted… this one is just the weakest link.” -
filmhouuse – ★★★☆☆
“I didn’t like it and thought it was average at best. Comedic moments here and there, but I found this saga limp if not poor.” -
JimmyZ_81 – ★★★★☆
“This is a most stellar way to wrap up Bill & Ted’s excursion. It all works!! As always: Be Excellent to Each Other!!! & Party on Dudes!!!” -
Tim McClelland – ★★★★★
“A most excellent film. Something that was crafted with love and care. Their daughters were wonderful, the movie was hilarious and, at times, brilliant.”
Meta Description:
Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020) reunites Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter in a time-traveling sci-fi comedy as they race against the clock to save reality with the ultimate song. Packed with heart, humor, and nostalgic energy, it’s a most excellent finale to the beloved trilogy.
