Wayne's World (1992): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Wayne's World is a 1992 music comedy directed by Penelope Spheeris, starring Mike Myers and Dana Carvey. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $183.1 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. Critics gave it 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Penelope Spheeris
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Wayne's World About?
The premise of Wayne's World without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar host a hilarious public access television show from their basement in Aurora, Illinois. The film follows their misadventures as they are discovered by a television executive, leading to a chance at big-time television and unexpected complications involving love, friendship, and a ruthless corporate executive. Expect plenty of rock and roll, memorable characters, and a whole lot of unapologetic humor.
Wayne's World Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- public access
- basement
- breaking the fourth wall
- product placement
- heavy metal
- female bassist
- title directed by female
- lead actor's first film
- long hair
- reference to dick york
- reference to dick sargent
- reference to pepsi
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- headbanging
- aurora illinois
- ex boyfriend ex girlfriend relationship
- milwaukee wisconsin
- rock music
- reference to bugs bunny
- reference to delaware
- lead character played by screenwriter
- vehicle
- car
- motor vehicle
- man wears eyeglasses
- watching tv
- reference to blazing saddles
- reference to 'the twilight zone' 1959 series
- reference to the twilight zone
- reference to star trek
- reference to star trek the next generation
- reference to star trek the original series
- reference to john connor
- reference to scooby doo
- reference to bill and ted
- satire
- satirical
- part of duology
- buddy movie
- crude humor comedy
- friendship
- based on tv sketch
- based on sketch show characters
- basic cable television
- tv program
- illinois
- corporate sponsor
- rock club
- donut shop
- television executive
- female rocker
Wayne's World Cast
Mike Myers leads the cast, with Dana Carvey. Directed by Penelope Spheeris.
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Director Penelope Spheeris
More from Penelope Spheeris
More films directed by Penelope Spheeris, best-rated first: The Decline of Western Civilization, The Decline of Western Civilization Part III, Suburbia and The Boys Next Door.
Wayne's World Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Wayne's World 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.
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IMDb 7.0 /10
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Metacritic 57 Metascore
User score 8.2
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TMDB 67% User score
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Wayne's World Plot Summary
What happens in Wayne's World from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the quaint surroundings of Wayne Campbell’s parents’ home in Aurora, Illinois, an exciting television journey begins with the dynamic duo of rock fans, Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar, as they take the reins of their public-access show, Wayne’s World. Their blend of irreverent comedy and vibrant charisma captures the attention of the sharp-witted television producer, Benjamin Kane. With dreams of fame, Wayne and Garth set off on adrenaline-fueled adventures in their beloved Mirthmobile, soon encountering a vintage 1964 Fender Stratocaster that sparks Wayne’s longing to possess it.
Full summary
The whole story of Wayne's World, scene by scene
Wayne's World Box Office & Budget
Wayne's World grossed $183.1 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 9.2 times what it cost. $121.7 million came from the US and Canada and $61.4 million (34%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$183.1M
9.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $121.7M
- International
- $61.4M
- Budget
- $20M
Wayne's World Trailers & Videos
5 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser and 2 clips.
- Trailer Wayne's World (1992) Original Trailer [FHD]
- Teaser 25th Anniversary Trailer
- Clip "Oscar Clip" Clip
- Clip Wayne and Garth Meet Alice Cooper
How Well Do You Know Wayne's World?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Where do Wayne and Garth's adventures take place?
Cars in Wayne's World
47 cars on screen, including the 1976 AMC Pacer and the GMC Value Van.
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1976 AMC Pacer Main role -
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1990 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine Important role -
1966 Pontiac GTO Important role
Wayne's World Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “El mundo de Wayne” and “反斗智多星”.
- Also known as
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- El mundo de Wayne
- 反斗智多星
- Wayne's World: ¡Qué desparrame!
- Wayne's World Mégateuf
- Fusi di testa
- Quanto Mais Idiota Melhor
- Wayne világa
- Ο Απίθανος Κόσμος του Γουέιν
- Мир Уэйна
- עולמו של ויין
- Le monde selon Wayne
- ウェインズ・ワールド
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- Świat Wayne'a
- Wayne'in Dünyası
- Lumea lui Wayne
- 웨인즈 월드
- Светът на Уейн
- Waynov svet
- Wayneův svět
- El mundo según Wayne
- Світ Вейна
- Veino pasaulis, უეინის სამყარო
- โลกกะต๊องส์ของนายเวนส์
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Wayne's World FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Wayne's World, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Wayne's World?
Wayne's World runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Wayne's World released?
Wayne's World was released on February 14, 1992.
Who directed Wayne's World?
Wayne's World was directed by Penelope Spheeris.
More films by Penelope Spheeris Who is in the cast of Wayne's World?
Wayne's World stars Mike Myers and Dana Carvey.
How much did Wayne's World make at the box office?
Wayne's World grossed $183.1 million worldwide ($121.7 million domestic, $61.4 million international) on a budget of $20 million.
How is Wayne's World rated?
Wayne's World has 7.0/10 on IMDb, 57 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.
Does Wayne's World have a post-credit scene?
No. Wayne's World has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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