Pee-wee's Big Adventure(1985)
The story of a rebel and his bike.
The eccentric and childish Pee-wee Herman embarks on a big adventure when his beloved bicycle is stolen. Armed with information from a fortune-teller and a relentless obsession with his prized possession, Pee-wee encounters a host of odd characters and bizarre situations as he treks across the country to recover his bike.
Movie: Pee-wee's Big Adventure
Top 10 Billed Cast
Pee-wee Herman
Dottie
Francis
Simone
Mickey
Mr. Crowtrey
Mario
Chip
BMX Kid
BMX Kid
Video Trailer Pee-wee's Big Adventure
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AFI FEST Guest Artistic Director Greta Gerwig Presents PEE-WEE'S BIG ADVENTURE
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