---
title: "Back to the Future Part II"
year: 1989
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/back-to-the-future-part-ii-1989"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 165
imdb_id: "tt0096874"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 108
community_rating: 7.8
vote_count: 14060
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Back to the Future Part II (1989) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/back-to-the-future-part-ii-1989

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Back to the Future Part II is a 1989 American science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis from a screenplay by Bob Gale, with both men conceiving the story. In the film, Marty and Doc are at it again as the time-traveling duo head to 2015 to nip some McFly family woes in the bud. However, things go awry thanks to bully Biff Tannen and a pesky sports almanac. In a last-ditch attempt to set things straight, Marty finds himself bound for 1955 and face to face with his teenage parents again. Released in the United States on November 22, 1989, the film spans one hour and forty-eight minutes and is classified as PG. The production falls into the adventure, comedy, and science fiction genres.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Marty McFly and Doc Brown travel through time to fix their family's future in 2015."

### Why Watch
- innovative time-travel premise
- engaging sequel narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- complex plot structure
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG and contains adventure, comedy, and science fiction themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, comedy, science fiction, fast-paced

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Crave, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Foxtel Now | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Robert Zemeckis
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Pictures, Amblin Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael J. Fox** as *Marty McFly / Marty McFly Junior / Marlene McFly*
- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Doctor Emmett Brown*
- **Lea Thompson** as *Lorraine*
- **Thomas F. Wilson** as *Biff Tannen / Griff*
- **Elisabeth Shue** as *Jennifer*
- **James Tolkan** as *Strickland*
- **Jeffrey Weissman** as *George McFly*
- **Casey Siemaszko** as *3-D*
- **Billy Zane** as *Match*
- **J.J. Cohen** as *Skinhead*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year?
The film was released in 1989.

### Q: What is the genre?
It is categorized as adventure, comedy, and science fiction.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes.

### Q: What is the rating?
The film is rated PG.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Marty and Doc.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Back to the Future Part II — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/165)
- [Back to the Future Part II](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_to_the_Future_Part_II)
- [Back to the Future Part III](https://variety.com/1989/film/reviews/back-to-the-future-part-iii-1200428493/)
- [Back to the Future Part II movie review (1989) | Roger Ebert](http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/back-to-the-future-part-ii-1989)
- [Amazon.com: Back to the Future Part II : Michael J. Fox, Christo…](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001LXIDW2/?tag=gizmodo08c-20)
- [Genesis Back to the Future Part III by Kiske in 03:49.58 - Movie…](http://tasvideos.org/2534M)

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