Overview
- Collider reports the 1987 John Hughes comedy ranked No. 3 on Pluto TV’s most‑streamed movies during the Thanksgiving week push.
- JoBlo notes a recent 4K release includes about 75 minutes of deleted and extended scenes recovered from Hughes’ personal estate.
- Reporting recounts that Hughes drew on a pre‑fame, multi‑day travel ordeal as the catalyst for the film’s script.
- The movie retains strong critical standing with a 93% score on Rotten Tomatoes, frequently cited for the Martin‑Candy chemistry.
- Avgeekery highlights the film’s period aviation details, including visible TWA aircraft and a brief Southwest 737‑300 cameo at St. Louis Lambert.