Pee-wee's Big Adventure
“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.
Where to watch Pee-wee's Big Adventure in United States
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Spectrum On DemandClick a service to open Pee-wee's Big Adventure there. Availability last verified on July 11, 2026.
Where is Pee-wee's Big Adventure streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Crave, Starz Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, LaCinetek, Sooner |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Pee-wee's Big Adventure
Pee-wee's Big Adventure is a 1985 English-language comedy, adventure and family film directed by Tim Burton. The cast is led by Paul Reubens, E. G. Daily, Mark Holton. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 900 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Pee-wee's Big Adventure was produced by Aspen Film Society and Warner Bros. Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on July 26, 1985, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $6 million, it went on to gross $41 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tim Burton
- Writers
- Phil Hartman, Michael Varhol, Paul Reubens
- Release date
- July 26, 1985
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $6 million
- Box office
- $41 million
- Production
- Aspen Film Society, Warner Bros. Pictures
Pee-wee's Big Adventure cast & crew
Pee-wee's Big Adventure was directed by Tim Burton and written by Phil Hartman, Michael Varhol, and Paul Reubens.
The cast features Paul Reubens as Pee-wee Herman, E. G. Daily as Dottie, Mark Holton as Francis, Diane Salinger as Simone, Judd Omen as Mickey, and Irving Hellman as Mr. Crowtrey.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Danny Elfman, cinematography is by Victor J. Kemper, and it was produced by Richard Gilbert Abramson and William E. McEuen.
Is Pee-wee's Big Adventure worth watching?
Pee-wee's Big Adventure holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 855 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 31m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, adventure, and family, Pee-wee's Big Adventure is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Pee-wee's Big Adventure
Pee-wee's Big Adventure isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Pee-wee's Big Adventure
Paul Reubens
Pee-wee Herman
E. G. Daily
Dottie
Mark Holton
Francis
Diane Salinger
Simone
Judd Omen
Mickey
Irving Hellman
Mr. Crowtrey
Monte Landis
Mario
Damon Martin
Chip
Alice Nunn
Large Marge
David C. Glasser
BMX Kid
Gregory Brown
BMX Kid
Daryl Keith Roach
Chuck
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Pee-wee's Big Adventure — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Pee-wee's Big Adventure in United States?
Pee-wee's Big Adventure is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Pee-wee's Big Adventure in?
Pee-wee's Big Adventure is originally in English, with audio tracks including French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Pee-wee's Big Adventure?
Pee-wee's Big Adventure runs 1 hours 31 minutes (91 minutes).
▸What is Pee-wee's Big Adventure rated?
Pee-wee's Big Adventure is rated PG. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 855 ratings.
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