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Back to the Future: The Complete Screenplay [Trade Edition] | Annotations & Introduction by Bob Gale; Foreword by Robert Zemeckis

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Rediscover the thrills of Back to the Future in a whole new way with this officially licensed, deluxe edition of the screenplay, complete with in-depth annotations and film stills.

Back to the Future took viewers on an incredible adventure. Now, on the film’s 40th anniversary, fans can experience their favorite film in an all-new way with this deluxe, annotated edition of the script. This script book is annotated by the original screenwriter himself, Bob Gale, and offers commentary and insight into the behind-the-scenes story of the film. Fully illustrated with film stills, concept art, and other key visuals, this is a must-have collectible for fans and a fitting tribute to a titan of pop culture. Introduction by Bob Gale. Foreword by Robert Zemeckis.

RELIVE MOMENTS FROM A TIMELESS FILM: A must-have collectible for Back to the Future fans, this script book is a fitting tribute to a landmark film and the adventures of Marty McFly and Doc Brown.

FILLED WITH INSIGHTFUL COMMENTARY: This script book is annotated by Bob Gale, screenwriter of the film.

REPRODUCTION EFFECT: The book is a faithful reproduction of the final script, using the different colors for each draft, so readers can clearly see where the changes were made.

COMPLETE WITH ICONIC VISUALS: As a celebration of the extraordinary film, this book is fully illustrated with film stills, concept art, and other key visuals.
  • Edition: Trade Edition
  • ISBN: 979-8-3374-0004-4
  • Format: Hardcover (non-slipcased)
  • Pages: 348
  • Trim Size: 8½" x 11"
  • Includes: Exclusive 1985 & 2027 officially-licensed pocket calendars from BacktotheFuture.com
  • Publication Date: October 20, 2026

About the Author

Bob Gale, Author: Bob Gale is an Oscar®-nominated screenwriter-producer-director best known as cocreator, cowriter, and coproducer of Back to the Future and its sequels. He has written over thirty screenplays, and his other film credits include 1941, I Wanna Hold Your Hand, Used Cars, Trespass, and Interstate 60. In addition to writing movies, Gale has written comic books including Spider-Man, Batman, and Back to the Future. Gale lives in Southern California with his wife and dog. Read Gold Derby's exclusive interview with Bob Gale!

Insight Editions is a pop-culture publisher based in San Rafael, California.

Visit BacktotheFuture.com's Buyer's Guide for differences between this edition and the other two editions being offered by the publisher.