Back to the Future ciné-concert: Grand Rex celebrates the 40th anniversary of the cult film

Published by Julie de Sortiraparis · Updated on October 8, 2025 at 03:30 p.m. · Published on February 27, 2015 at 12:18 p.m.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, the Grand Rex in Paris is organizing an exceptional cine-concert on October 22, 23 and 24, 2025 with the Yellow Socks Orchestra and Luq Hamett.

Holy Zeus! The legendary Grand Rex in Paris is celebrating the 40ᵉ anniversary of the cult film Back to the Future with an exceptional ciné-concert. Robert Zemeckis' masterpiece, released in 1985, will be screened in its French version on the big screen, accompanied live by the 80 musicians of the Yellow Socks Orchestra under the direction of Nicolas Simon. As the icing on the cake, Luq Hamett, the French voice of Marty McFly, will be on hand to host the evening as master of ceremonies.

Back to the Future trailer

This immersive cine-concert plunges audiences into the world of the cult trilogy, withAlan Silvestri 's original score played live by a symphony orchestra.

Where and when can you see Back to the Future?

Back to the Future in cine-concert will be presented at the Grand Rex in Paris on October 22, 23 and 24, 2025.

Synopsis: In 1985, teenager Marty McFly is accidentally propelled back to 1955 aboard a DeLorean transformed into a time machine by the whimsical inventor Doc Brown. To get back to the present, he has to make sure his own parents fall in love... before it's too late.

A musical tribute to the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future

This ciné-concert is part of the celebrations for the film's 40ᵉ anniversary. For the occasion, composer Alan Silvestri has added over twenty minutes of previously unreleased music specially arranged for symphony orchestra. The Yellow Socks Orchestra will perform the soundtrack in perfect synchronization with the film's projection, offering a spectacular aural and visual experience.

This event promises to be a true celebration of cult cinema and film music. The acoustics of the Grand Rex will sublimate every note of the emblematic score, plunging spectators into a nostalgic and emotional journey through time.

Luq Hamett, the voice of Marty McFly, as guest of honor

The presence of Luq Hamett, French voice of Michael J. Fox, will add an extra dimension to the event. As Master of Ceremonies, he'll be sharing anecdotes and memories about the French dubbing of Back to the Future, an invaluable nod to French-speaking fans.

Who is this ciné-concert for?

This show will appeal to science fiction enthusiasts and fans of great film music alike. It will also appeal to spectators nostalgic for the 1980s, families wishing to introduce the younger generation to this classic, and the curious attracted by immersive experiences combining cinema and musical performance. Comparable to other successful formats such as Harry Potter en ciné-concert or Star Wars in Concert, this event promises a unique moment for all audiences.

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Dates and Opening Time
From October 22, 2025 to October 24, 2025

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    Location

    1 Boulevard Poissonnière
    75002 Paris 2

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    Official website
    www.u-play.fr

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    www.u-play.fr

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