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The Sure Thing (1985): movie guide
The Sure Thing (1985) is a Comedy, Romance running about 95 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 6.5/10 from 346 votes. Notable cast includes John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, Anthony Edwards, Boyd Gaines. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1985-03-01
- Runtime: 95 min
- TMDB: 6.5/10
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1985-03-01
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What is The Sure Thing 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.
Cast highlights
The Sure Thing features John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, Anthony Edwards, Boyd Gaines, Tim Robbins, Lisa Jane Persky. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1985-03-01. Runtime: 95 minutes. TMDB score: 6.5/10 (346 votes). Genres: Comedy, Romance. Original language: en. Status: Released.
Discover The Sure Thing on Cinema Box
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is The Sure Thing?
- The Sure Thing is listed as Comedy, Romance on TMDB.
- How long is The Sure Thing?
- The Sure Thing runs about 95 minutes.
- Who stars in The Sure Thing?
- Cast highlights include John Cusack, Daphne Zuniga, Anthony Edwards, Boyd Gaines, Tim Robbins, Lisa Jane Persky.
- Does Cinema Box stream The Sure Thing?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
- Where can I track The Sure Thing?
- Open the The Sure Thing page on cinemabox.app or install the official Cinema Box Android app from Google Play for watchlists and discovery tools.
