Anna Daniels
When you think of classic teen comedies, 1986’s Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is probably among the first examples that come to mind. Directed by teen movie king John Hughes, Ferris Bueller features Matthew Broderick in the career-defining title role of a smart, irreverent teenager in the Chicago suburbs who decides to plan the most epic skip day of all time rather than spend his time bored at school. After faking an illness, Ferris gets his cool, beautiful girlfriend Sloane (Mia Sara) and his skeptical, deeply anxious best friend Cameron (Alan Ruck) on board, and the three set off to have the perfect day in Chicago, complete with a parade, a baseball game, and the world’s coolest car. Meanwhile, Ferris’ principal Ed Rooney (Jeffrey Jones), convinced that his teenage nemesis is up to no good, wastes his day hunting Ferris down to no avail.
Throughout the years, Ferris Bueller has become one of the most beloved high school movies of all time, and no matter when you watch it, Ferris’ antics remain pretty delightful. The film’s success even inspired a spin-off television series, but the less said about that, the better. Whether you’re watching it for the thousandth time or haven’t spent a day with Ferris before, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is guaranteed to give your mood a total boost.
Written by: Looper
