The Sure Thing (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1985, The Sure Thing is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Rob Reiner, running about 100 minutes. “A sure thing comes once in a lifetime... but the real thing lasts forever.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Sure Thing stars John Cusack as Walter (Gib) Gibson, Daphne Zuniga as Alison Bradbury, Anthony Edwards as Lance and Boyd Gaines as Jason, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Sure Thing has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $18.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sure Thing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sure Thing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sure Thing (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sure Thing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sure Thing worth watching?
- The Sure Thing holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sure Thing?
- The Sure Thing stars John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, Anthony Edwards, Boyd Gaines and Tim Robbins.
- When was The Sure Thing released?
- The Sure Thing was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.