Celebrate the Past, Present and Future With Three Timeless Classics: 'Back to the Future,' 'Back to the Future Part II,' 'Back to the Future Part III' Available Individually for the First Time on DVD February 10, 2009

Celebrate the Past, Present and Future With Three Timeless Classics: 'Back to the Future,' 'Back to the Future Part II,' 'Back to the Future Part III' Available Individually for the First Time on DVD February 10, 2009

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UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Jan. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- It's a blast from the past, present and future -- three popular favorites available for the first time separately from Universal Studios Home Entertainment on February 10, 2009: "Back to the Future," "Back to the Future Part II" and "Back to the Future Part III." These are absolute classics for any DVD collection.

"Back to the Future," the first in the series, is a special two-disc set that includes Back to the Future: The Ride for the first time ever on DVD in which fans can experience the complete Universal Studios theme park attraction including lobby monitor and pre-show footage. Also included is Looking Back to the Future, a brand-new 45-minute documentary featuring director Robert Zemeckis, making-of featurettes, deleted scenes and other bonus materials.

One of the most successful cinematic franchises created, with over $418 million in combined domestic box office grosses, the "Back to the Future" films -- all executive produced by Steven Spielberg, Frank Marshall and Kathleen Kennedy, produced by Neil Canton, directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Bob Gale -- broke the mold of traditional adventure-comedy films and left an indelible mark on popular culture that still resonates among a huge fan base. The spectacular success of the original 1985 "Back to the Future," which won the Academy Award(TM) for Best Sound Effects Editing and was also nominated for Best Original Screenplay, Best Sound and Best Song ("Power of Love"), catapulted the film careers of Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Lea Thompson.

The impact of the first film inevitably led to the futuristic 1989 "Back to the Future Part II," featuring early roles in the then-budding careers of actors Elizabeth Shue, Billy Zane, Jason Scott Lee, and Elijah Wood; and the 1990 "Back to the Future Part III," featuring Oscar(R)-winning actress Mary Steenburgen and set in the Old West with an innovative mixture of sci-fi, western and romantic elements added to the familiar comedic adventure theme.

"BACK TO THE FUTURE" DVD FEATURES

The magic and wonder of the entire "Back to the Future" films is explored in over 10 hours of bonus materials. Bonus features include "The Making of Back to the Future I-III," "Deleted Scenes," "Outtakes," "Feature Commentaries with Producers Bob Gale and Neil Canton" and much, much more.

SYNOPSIS

From the Academy Award-winning team of Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemeckis comes "Back to the Future" -- the original, groundbreaking adventure that sparked one of the most successful trilogies ever. When teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) is blasted to 1955 in the DeLorean time machine created by the eccentric Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd), he finds himself mixed up in a time-shattering chain reaction that could vaporize his future -- and leave him trapped in the past. Powered by innovative special effects, unforgettable songs and non-stop action, "Back to the Future" is an unrivaled adventure that stands the test of time!

   BONUS FEATURES:   Disc 1:   The Making of Back to the Future   Making the Trilogy: Chapter One   Q&A with Director Robert Zemeckis and Producer Bob Gale   Enhanced Conversation with Michael J. Fox   Feature Commentary with Producers Bob Gale and Neil Canton   Deleted Scenes   Outtakes   Did You Know That? Universal Animated Anecdotes   Original Makeup Tests   Production Archives   Excerpts from the Original Screenplay   Theatrical Teaser Trailer   Cast & Filmmakers   Production Notes   Special Announcements    Disc 2:   Back to the Future: The Ride   Looking Back to the Future   Back to the Future Night    

"Back to the Future Part II": Brace yourself as the most spectacular time-travel adventure ever continues in "Back to the Future Part II" -- the sequel that proves that lightening can strike twice! Picking up precisely where they left off, Marty and Doc (Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd) launch themselves to the year 2015 to fine-tune the future and inadvertently disrupt the space-time continuum. Now, their only chance to fix the present is by going back to 1955 all over again before it is too late. From the Academy Award-winning team of Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemeckis, "Back to the Future Part II" proves true excitement is timeless!

   BONUS FEATURES:   The Making of Back to the Future Part II   Making the Trilogy: Chapter Two   Q&A with Director Robert Zemeckis and Producer Bob Gale   Feature Commentary with Producers Bob Gale and Neil Canton   Deleted Scenes   Outtakes   Did You Know That? Universal Animated Anecdotes   Production Design   Storyboarding   Designing the DeLorean   Designing Time Travel   Hoverboard Test   Evolution of Visual Effects Shots   Production Archives   Huey Lewis & The News "Power of Love" Music Video   Theatrical Trailer   Cast & Filmmakers   Production Notes    

"Back to the Future Part III": The most popular time-traveling movie trilogy ever comes to a rousing conclusion in "Back to the Future Part III!" Stranded in 1955 after a freak accident, Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) discovers he must travel back to 1885 to rescue Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd) before he becomes smitten with schoolteacher Clara Clayton (Mary Steenburgen). Now, it's up to Marty to keep Doc out of trouble, get the DeLorean running, and put the past, present and future on track so they can all get back to where -- and when -- they belong. From the Academy Award-winning team of Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemeckis, "Back to the Future Part III" is a spectacular grand finale to the timeless blockbuster series!

   BONUS FEATURES:   The Making of Back to the Future Part III   Making the Trilogy: Chapter Three   Q&A with Director Robert Zemeckis and Producer Bob Gale   Feature Commentary with Producers Bob Gale and Neil Canton   Deleted Scene   Outtakes   Did You Know That? Universal Animated Anecdotes   Designing the Town of Hill Valley   Designing the Campaign   Production Archives   The Secrets of the Back to the Future Trilogy   FAQ's About the Trilogy   ZZ Top "Doubleback" Music Video   Theatrical Trailer   Cast & Filmmakers   Production Notes                            TECHNICAL INFORMATION   Copyright: (C) 2009 Universal Studios.  All Rights Reserved.   Rating: All three films rated PG (Parental Guidance Suggested -- some           material may not be suitable for children)   Suggested Retail Price: $19.98 each   Running Times: "Back To The Future" -- 1 hour, 56 minutes                  "Back To The Future Part II" -- 1 hour, 48 minutes                  "Back To The Future Part III" -- 1 hour, 58 minutes   Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 Widescreen    For artwork, please log on to our website at http://www.ushepublicity.com/.   

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