The Sure Thing
"A sure thing comes once in a lifetime... but the real thing lasts forever."
Originally released in 1985. The Sure Thing is a comedy/drama film. directed by Rob Reiner.
Starring John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, and Anthony Edwards
Synopsis
Gib, a beer-guzzling slob, and Alison, an uptight Ivy-Leaguer, are an unlikely duo stuck together on a cross-country trip during Christmas break. At first they get on each other's nerves but, as time passes, they find their divergent natures complement each other. Now they need to realize what they've already found before it's too late.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (311 votes)
Budget
$4.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$18.1M
4.0x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Cusack
as Walter "Gib" Gibson
Daphne Zuniga
as Alison Bradbury
Anthony Edwards
as Lance
Boyd Gaines
as Jason
Tim Robbins
as Gary Cooper
Lisa Jane Persky
as Mary Ann Webster
Viveca Lindfors
as Professor Taub
Nicollette Sheridan
as The Sure Thing
Marcia Christie
as Julie
Robert Anthony Marcucci
as Bobby
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $4,500,000
- Revenue
- $18,135,531
Production Companies
- Monument Pictures
- Embassy Films Associates
- Embassy Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sure Thing about?
Gib, a beer-guzzling slob, and Alison, an uptight Ivy-Leaguer, are an unlikely duo stuck together on a cross-country trip during Christmas break. At first they get on each other's nerves but, as ti...
Who directed The Sure Thing?
The Sure Thing was directed by Rob Reiner.
How long is The Sure Thing?
The Sure Thing has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was The Sure Thing released?
The Sure Thing was released on March 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sure Thing?
The main cast of The Sure Thing includes John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, Anthony Edwards, Boyd Gaines, Tim Robbins.
Is The Sure Thing worth watching?
The Sure Thing has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 311 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.