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1985•95 min•Comedy, Romance

The Sure Thing

Is The Sure Thing a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Sure Thing worth watching? With a rating of 6.5/10, this Comedy, Romance film is a must-watch hit for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Sure Thing 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.

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John Cusack
John CusackWalter "Gib" Gibson
Daphne Zuniga
Daphne ZunigaAlison Bradbury
Anthony Edwards
Anthony EdwardsLance
Boyd Gaines
Boyd GainesJason
Tim Robbins
Tim RobbinsGary Cooper
Lisa Jane Persky
Lisa Jane PerskyMary Ann Webster
Viveca Lindfors
Viveca LindforsProfessor Taub
Nicollette Sheridan
Nicollette SheridanThe Sure Thing
Marcia Christie
Marcia ChristieJulie
Robert Anthony Marcucci
Robert Anthony MarcucciBobby

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Is The Sure Thing worth watching?

The Sure Thing has received mixed reviews with a 6.5/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Comedy, Romance movies.

Is The Sure Thing hit or flop?

The Sure Thing has received average ratings (6.5/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Sure Thing?

The Sure Thing is a Comedy, Romance movie that 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 f...

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