‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ still makes Chicagoans proud, 40 years later

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Original Load Date June 12, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Last Updated June 12, 2026, 5:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.wbez.org/movies-tv/2026/06/12/ferris-buellers-day-off-chicagoans-proud-40-years-later

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Forty years ago this month, “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” immortalized Chicago when the fictional teen skipped school and spent the day in the city with his girlfriend and best friend. Their adventures showcased iconic sites such as the Art Institute of Chicago, the Flamingo sculpture in the Loop and ...