New fan-created content, 4K Ultra HD release, a dedicated Amazon storefront and more to commemorate “Back to the Future Day” around the world on October 21st

Universal City, Calif. – October 20, 2020 – Where we’re going, we don’t need roads...Universal is celebrating 35 years of the iconic, time traveling adventure film series – Back to the Future, from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment. While the franchise has been going 88MPH with global commemorative product launches throughout 2020, fans around the world can look forward to even more with fan-created content, the 4K Ultra HD release, a dedicated Amazon storefront, as well as additional retail exclusives and new products that are debuting this month and in the days leading up to the fan-created “Back to the Future Day” holiday on October 21st. Be sure to celebrate with at-home watch parties on the 21st by tuning in to SYFY for a day-long marathon of the trilogy – “back-to-back-to- back” – here in the U.S.

“Very few franchises in Hollywood history have shown the kind of staying power of Back to the Future,” said Bob Gale, co-writer and co-producer of the trilogy. “To be celebrating 35 years of this iconic film series – through incredible product collections and fan-created content from around the world – is truly a testament to the heart of the film itself. Yes, it’s a sci-fi adventure, but it’s also about family and the fans’ emotional connection to the characters – which is something everyone can relate to, no matter what generation or time-traveling decade you’re from.”

Fan-Created Digital Content:

As part of the 35th anniversary celebrations, Universal Brand Development partnered with content creation platform Tongal to invite animators and fans from around the world to recreate their favorite scenes from the original Back to the Future film. Eight creators - from Uruguay to Ireland to Brazil - were greenlit to bring their ideas to life. The videos have been rolling out on the Back to the Future Facebook fan page over the last few days, with a final compilation video debuting on October 21st. They will also be distributed across SYFY social channels and on-air during their all-day marathon of the trilogy on the 21st. The fan creators attached to the eight videos (+ one edited compilation) represent a global and diverse fandom of this beloved time-traveling franchise:

• "Marty’s Dream Amp" by Javier Benia O’Neill – Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay
• “The First Time Traveller” by Elliot Ruddy – Dublin, Ireland
• "Alien in the Barn" by Crankub Animation Studio (Martí Montañola and Sara Esteban) – Barcelona, Spain
• "Marty McFly and the Butterfly Effect" by Bethany Borg – Malta
• "A Visitor in the Night" by Neto Rodrigues and Gabis Fromme – São Paulo, Brazil
• "Race for Surviving" by Calaveres Animació (Javier Asensio, María Larín, Nicole Herrera and Felipe Armand) – Valencia, Spain
• "Fateful Punch" by Eric Power - Austin, Tex.
• "Cardboard Cute-Out" by Team Explainly (Max Naff, Alex Hagan, Derik Smith, Sam Naff, Elizabeth Abreu, Andy Toizer and Ben Jackson) – San Francisco, Calif.
• Compilation video edited by Firman Machda – Bandung, Indonesia

Home Entertainment:

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment celebrates the 35th Anniversary of the groundbreaking first film with BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE ULTIMATE TRILOGY available on 4K Ultra HD for the first time ever on October 20th! This collection includes all three movies in collectible discbook packaging. Additionally, it is loaded with bonus material including an extra disc that comes with over an hour of brand-new content, such as rare audition footage from Hollywood stars Ben Stiller, Kyra Sedgwick, Jon Cryer, Billy Zane, Peter DeLuise and C. Thomas Howell; a tour of the film’s props and memorabilia hosted by co- writer/producer Bob Gale; a sneak peek at the new musical show; a special episode of the popular YouTube Series “Could You Survive The Movies?;” and much more.

Three premium collections will be available at select retailers for a limited time only (for more information on these exclusives, please visit the individual retailer’s stores and websites):

• BACK TO THE FUTURE 35TH ANNIVERSARY TRILOGY LIMITED EDITION GIFT SET (4K UHD): Includes exclusive levitating Hoverboard replica (Amazon Exclusive)
• BACK TO THE FUTURE 35TH ANNIVERSARY TRILOGY LIMITED EDITION GIFT SET (Blu-rayTM): Includes exclusive levitating Hoverboard replica (Target Exclusive)
• BACK TO THE FUTURE 35TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION TRILOGY (4K UHD): Includes three newly designed steelbooks (Best Buy Exclusive)

Retail Exclusives:

• Amazon
• On October 21st, Amazon will be hosting a dedicated Back to the Future storefront, where fans of all ages can find something that will take them back in time. If fans checkout using smile.amazon.com/backtothefuture and select the “Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research” as your charity choice, a portion of sales will be donated to that charity. Available at 9am PST/Noon EST on the 21st, and only on Amazon.com/backtothefuture, the following exclusive collectibles are limited one per customer while supplies last:
• Hot Wheels 1:64-scale Back to the Future DeLorean Time Machine ($15.00) & Hoverboard ($20.00): Collectors won’t want to miss these diecast exclusives in 1:64-scale, showcasing true-to-film deco and fun packaging celebrating the 35th Anniversary.
• Loungefly Back to the Future 4-Pin set ($30.00), Backpack ($70.00), DeLorean moveable pin ($20.00): These exclusive accessories are perfect for all your time-travel adventures, no matter the decade.
• Jada 1:32-scale Back to the Future DeLorean Time Machine ($19.99): The 1:32- scale DeLorean Time Machine offers impressive detail, featuring die-cast body and rubber tires, and exclusive 35th anniversary packaging.
• Super 7 Back to the Future II Griff Tannen Alternate Card Back Exclusive ReAction Figure ($20.00): All the way from the distant future of 2015 comes Super7’s Back to the Future II Griff Tannen ReAction Figure on Hoverboard! Griff Tannen comes with Pit Bull Hoverboard accessory on an oversized hoverboard card back.
• In addition to the exclusive items, Amazon also has an amazing selection of products across multiple categories, including:
• Factory Entertainment Pitbull Bottle Opener ($19.99), Keychain + Pin Set ($19.99): Add some flair whether you’re living in the past, present or future with these collectible accessories inspired by Back to the Future II.
• Fifth Sun Back to the Future T-shirts ($21.99 – $24.99): Select from a variety of back in time and futuristic styles for men and women.
• Playmobil Advent Calendar Back to the Future ($34.99 – U.S. and £29.99 – U.K.): Countdown to the holidays at 88MPH with this advent calendar that includes Marty McFly, Emmett “Doc” Brown, Jennifer Parker, and Biff Tannen, along with a highly detailed model of the Hill Valley courthouse with its iconic clock tower, plus lots of accessories from the classic cult film, all with great attention to detail; available exclusively in the U.S. on Amazon (and in the U.K. at Smyth’s).
• Walmart
• Funko Boxed Tee + POP! Figure: Back to the Future – Marty McFly with Hoverboard ($24.88): Collect this exclusive POP figure and t-shirt, available only in this box and only in Walmart stores.
• Funko Boxed Tee: Back to the Future – Doc Brown Comic ($14.88): Funko Comics presents The Adventures of Doc Brown stylized comic book cover design available exclusively as a Boxed Tee in comic book packaging, only at Walmart.
• Funko POP! & Buddy: Back to the Future Doc with Einstein ($8.78): Fans will love Doc and his time-traveling pup, Einstein as a stylized, collectible figure set, available only at Walmart.
• Funko Back to the Future Enamel Pin Set ($7.88), Lunch Box ($9.88) and Mini Backpack ($24.88): Travel through the decades in style with these accessories available only at Walmart.
• Back to The Future Soundtrack on Vinyl ($24.98): From Huey Lewis and the News to Chuck Berry, along with an iconic score from Alan Silvestri, this stunning soundtrack is now available on vinyl in an exclusive neon orange color, only at Walmart.
• Target
• Back to the Future: Dice Through Time game (Ravensburger, $29.99): Take control of your own DeLorean and work with your fellow players to repair the space-time continuum before the very fabric of the universe unravels in this family-friendly dice game, available only at Target.
• Funko Back to the Future 35th Anniversary Lunch Box ($11.99): Commemorate the 35th Anniversary of this beloved film franchise with the special edition lunch box, available only in Target stores.
• NECA Back to the Future Ultimate Tales from Space Marty action figure ($29.99), Life- Size Plush Hoverboard ($29.99), RC DeLorean Time Machine ($29.99): These collectibles will have fans screaming “Great Scott!” and they’re only available at Target.
• Blockbuster Back to the Future II Puzzle (Cardinal, $9.99): The golden age of video rentals is back with this retro 500-piece puzzle in a high-quality, plastic case inspired and designed after Blockbuster's old VHS cases, with movie poster imagery from the second film in the iconic trilogy, available only at Target.

New Product Offerings (available at mass/specialty retailers or otherwise noted):

• Funko Pop! Blitz mobile game (free with in-game purchases; available on iOS and Android): Funko Pop! Blitz is a match-3 puzzle game featuring the Funko Pop! stylized versions of lovable characters across multiple iconic franchises in unique weekly events. Starting November 11th, Back to the Future will be featured as the special in-game event of the week, and players will be able to collect their favorite Back to the Future characters, such as Marty McFly and Doc Brown.
• Back to the Future: Telling Time with Marty McFly board book (Insight Editions, $9.99): Learn how to tell the time with Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this interactive board book with fun surprises on every page.
• Back to the Future: The Official Hill Valley Cookbook (Insight Editions, $29.99): Following the films’ era-hopping timeline that celebrates Hill Valley with over 65 recipes from the different time periods represented in the franchise.
• Back to the Future: The Ultimate Visual History (Insight Editions, $50.00): Go back to the future with Doc Brown and Marty McFly in this updated and revised look at one of the most beloved trilogies of all time, including details on the 30th anniversary celebrations from 2015 as well as an inside look at Back to the Future The Musical.
• Hasbro TRANSFORMERS-Back to the Future “GIGAWATT” figure ($29.99) + IDW Comic Series ($3.99 each): ‘More than meets the eye’ collides with time travel in this collaboration between two iconic brands both in figure and comic book form.
• Scalextric Back to the Future DeLorean Time Machine slot car ($59.99): The Back to the Future DeLorean is arguably the most famous and recognizable car in cinema history and is now a rare collectable in real life among movie fans. Being somewhat more affordable than the real thing, this Scalextric slot car model replica is sure to be one of the biggest hits of the year for collectors young and old, not just of slot cars, but movie fans too! Available on Scalextric and at other collectible retailers.
• Funkoverse: Back to the Future game ($25.00) and Back to the Future: Back in Time game ($30.00): Join Doc Brown and Marty McFly on crazy, board game, adventures with Funkoverse and Back in Time games from Funko.
• Loot Sci-Fi Back to the Future subscription box ($39.99): Time travelers will find their own “Match Made in Space” with an exclusive T-shirt celebrating George McFly’s first published novel; wear it while drinking from your Lone/Twin Pines Mall Heat Changing Mug alongside your 88mph-capable Flux Capacitor lunch box, plus many more must-have items inside the October subscription box, exclusively from Loot Crate!
• Back to the Future Odd Socks collection ($12.99 each): You might not need roads in the future, but don’t forget your socks! Choose from five different styles available exclusively from Odd Socks.
• HYPE. Back to the Future collection (£30.00 – £70.00): The 16-piece unisex collection nods at the franchise era, the 1980s, with expressive designs in a monochrome and neon colour palette. The HYPE. stamp features enlarged graphics, all-over prints, contrasting flames, and illusion checkerboard with a cyberpunk aesthetic, whilst embracing the 80s grunge trend. Coming soon exclusively at HYPE.
• Hallmark Back to the Future Marty McFly Ornament with Sound ($19.99) and DeLorean Time Machine ($8.99): Based on the 1985 smash hit film, it features audio clips from a stunned Marty McFly, who experiences Doc Brown's latest and greatest invention—a plutonium-powered, time-traveling DeLorean, sold separately. Available exclusively from Hallmark.
• Universal Parks and Resorts will be selling exclusive Back to the Future accessories and drinkware on their online shop

SYFY Marathon:

In addition to the “back-to-back-to-back” marathon on October 21st, SYFY will be transforming its logo and on-air bug to feature iconic film imagery, showcasing unique custom content that pays tribute to the franchise across all of its platforms and leaning-in to the fan-fodder by promoting SYFY WIRE’s Back to the Future editorial content online. Full details of SYFY’s celebrations include:

• Super-serving its fans with an all-day marathon of the trilogy on the 21st
• Transforming its logo and on-air bug throughout the day to feature iconic Back to the Future imagery
• Running unique custom content that pays tribute to the franchise across all SYFY platforms leading up to and throughout the day, including:
• Character vignettes
• Iconic quote spots
• Marathon teasers
• SYFY WIRE “Rap Ups” featuring custom explainer rap music videos about the entire trilogy
• Leaning-in to the fan-fodder by promoting SYFY WIRE’s Back to the Future content surrounding the trilogy, including the Back to the Future Part II episode of SYFY WIRE’s YouTube series EVERYTHING YOU DIDN’T KNOW, featuring SYFY WIRE correspondent Juan Cadavid

Visit the Back to the Future page on Facebook for details or follow the conversation on social using #BTTF35.

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About Back to the Future

From the Academy Award-winning filmmakers Robert Zemeckis and Steven Spielberg 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.

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