Why Groundhog Day is a significant film

Not only has it become a cult classic over the years, it has become a classic classic. Here is a brief documentary about everything you need to know about the film Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray and written by Harold Ramis and Danny Rubin.
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[@datboyjeff]

30-40 years is madness!! Phil learned how to play the piano, carve ice sculptures, hand create life art, and learn every minute detail about everybody in the town. I wonder how many times he just said fuck it and never got out of bed.....

[@Dr.Pepper001]

You forgot that he learned French.

[@PhantomFilmAustralia]

@@Dr.Pepper001 "Oui."

[@MrParkerman6]

It wasn't thirty to fourth years, dumbass. It was 10.

[@MrParkerman6]

*40

[@dorol6375]

How much time he spent is an EXTREMELY debated topic. However, in the first draft, it is said that Phil read every book in the library. A. Page. Every. Day. Given that the Punxatawney library is stated to have a bit over 29,000 books (29,084 if you want an exact amount), and that the average book page length is 273 pages, using simple multiplication, we can find that Phil spent AT LEAST 21,738 years in the loop. The reason for its removal is that the producer thought it was too big of a concept for mainstream audiences to grasp.

[@slappy8941]

They need to announce that they're remaking Groundhog Day, then re-release the original on Groundhog Day.

[@mizofan]

yeah, my birthday!

[@HototoManyGoats]

@@mizofan stfu

[@davidyoung3288]

ha . . ha .. ha;)

[@powereln]

There is an Italian movie played by Antonio Albanese called “é già ieri” (it is already yesterday) which is in fact a remake of this movie.

[@kingmiller1982]

Awesome

[@Aeimos]

Imagine having a Groundhog Day with the modern internet at your disposal. You can master anything you want without aging a day.

[@Choo-choo-chookcha]

Or watch all of the Pornhub, maybe

[@Aeimos]

Андрей Борисович That sounds like a waste of time

[@Trenzalore-gn6xq]

Андрей Борисович are you ten?

[@hudsonbruce898]

Doesn’t get to watch the newest PewDiePie video for 40 years

[@BobectorGamesBobector]

@@Aeimos time doesnt exist if its the same day bro

[@higgme1ster]

I especially love the Jeopardy scene with the B&B hostess being horrified at her guests clapping to Phil's total precognition of the Jeopardy questions directed right at her.

[@Aeimos]

lmao Performed in a way only Bill Murray can.

[@mikepoppjr]

She is in Awe of him idk where you got horrified

[@csieweng]

I just realised it's the same actress in another movie featuring Andie McDowell...another gem, Green Card.

[@AvoozlPlays]

This video makes me want to watch the movie again.

[@Herv3]

and again

[@Александр-п3ц1в]

@@Herv3 and again

[@Mew_Master]

@lars and again.

[@Александр-п3ц1в]

@@Mew_Master and again

[@Mew_Master]

@lars and again.

[@anthonyrock-the-universal-one]

my favorite scene appears at the end this short doc. I love the way Phil turns his head and answers the Jepordy question, and the look of horrific concern on the face of the housekeeper--

[@OrangePony75]

7:25 I recently learned that the movie also accurately depicts the five stages of mourning (denial, rage, bargaining, depression and acceptance) in Phil's character arc. One of my top 5 movies ever.

[@Lyca31]

30 to 40 years without a hot shower. That's tough.

[@GroundhogDayisAWESOME]

LOL, never thought of that. lol xD

[@SEB1991SEB]

If you'd showered the day before though you really wouldn't need one

[@agatworose4534]

i wouldn't need it because I always shower at the day before so not having to shower for 40 years would be good

[@2410jrod]

Try listening to I got you babe or Pennsylvania polka that’s a nightmare of its own class

[@denisebranquinho2377]

couldn't he has fixed the shower machine before taking a shower every day? He learned so much, why he couldn't have learned to fix the shower???????

[@davidanthony2917]

Imagine if he woke up with a kidney stone every morning.

[@FulbertTeh]

Those who had kidney stones can relate.. it will be like waking up each morning in labour.

[@redspear100]

yea and he gets to the hospital and they have him prepared him for surgery in the morning, save that scenario for OUTER LIMITS, haw haw.

[@gingerindian1141]

or ghonohrreah

[@suzclayton783]

@@gingerindian1141 or donating a kidney

[@stagna1959]

Severe stomach flu with diarrhea, fever and vomiting works as well. And best part of it is : he knows even killing himself does not save him because tomorrow it all starts all over again . That is what Christians probably meant describing hell. You feel miserable, you feeling this is the worst day of your life and it never gets better ,you cant even die . Compared to this Murray had pretty good Groundhog day. He even got laid with woman who made noises like chipmunk when she was real excited ..

[@nongthip]

Top-10 most re-watchable movies. I got you babe ;-)

[@stclairstclair]

nongthip , My boss kept playing this terrible oldies station at work, I had to listen to that song for two years!

[@newdefsys]

25 years since the movie first came out. That means Phil is still stuck in ground hog day and has 5 to 15 years to go

[@abcdefu359]

NDS mind blown.

[@MrRyan-wu4jx]

Nah he still would’ve completed his time loop on February 3 1993

[@MrParkerman6]

Wrong, dumbass. It was 10 years.

[@jeremiahcowling]

When this came out, I was really young and over the summer my dad played Groundhog Day every day in the morning. I hated Groundhog Day for a while, but now I get the joke.

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Hello GNC

[@PlantiPal]

I have been watching this film since it was released, in Groundhog Day mode.

[@mattbeatgoeson]

Woah

[@SiVlog1989]

I would like to see Shawshank Redemption talked about, a film that blossomed into a classic despite underwhelming reviews when it first hit the screens

[@mattbeatgoeson]

sbaker190189 Man I love that film

[@mizofan]

SR may hit the right spots with many millions of viewers but Groundhog Day is better!

[@edwinfcapidos]

@@mizofan that's subjective. But I'd say that Shawshank has a better rewatchable rating than groundhog. IMDB speaks for itself.

[@baxattax6653]

Honestly, many people say "i can only imagine so-and-so in the role" but i think the Michael Keaton or Tom Hanks versions would be interesting as well...

[@bravelittleroomba]

Michael Keaton yes, Tom Hanks no. Lol

[@officialpaulsinwill]

I also see them in this role. Especially Tom Hanks!

[@ezzz42]

Tom said he didnt think audiences would except him as a jerk character untill his redemption later in the movie. I think he was wrong is this regard. He pulled off the drunk mega jerk quite well in leauge of their own.

[@purpurina5663]

In my opinion, Keaton is too aware of himself (and his mouth), pretentious even, vs Bill Murray's nonchalance -which can be played as jaded or relaxed. Hanks on the other hand is too bland.

[@LisaBowers]

_"That's right, woodchuck-chuckers - it's..._ *GROUNDHOG DAY!"*

[@jb888888888]

Groundhog Day, the holiday, was reasonably well-known in the US *long* before _Groundhog Day_ came out. Sincerely, an old dude who remembers pre-1992.

[@ImNotPotus]

I parked next to Harold Ramos at an LA kings game. We got to the doors at the same moment and looked at each other and I said "Dont drive angry". He smiled...... So I got that going for me, which is nice.

[@christianterrill3503]

and people said you would never amount to anything, boy were they wrong!

[@mizofan]

That's a good one, I'll have to tell that to Pope Francis, Roger Federer, Paul McCartney, Beyoncé and Queen Elizabeth at our usual lunch together tomorrow- if there's one thing I can't stand it's name-droppers

[@stclairstclair]

ImNotPotus Ha Ha, I worked with his cousin at a muffler shop, Small world!

[@jmad318]

On a scale from 1-10 I rate that joke a “fore”

[@stclairstclair]

justin madden He was a little drunken looking man, real.

[@Fifury161]

I got to see this 3 times in the cinema when it first came out (during the first viewing a fire broke out in the cinema and we came back the next day to watch it!) Still watch it every now & then as it's a classic!

[@treycaldwell4118]

Best movie line ever "What is the Rhone".

[@ARTexplains]

Am I the only one who fantasizes about being trapped in a day like that?

[@mattbeatgoeson]

+ARTexplains Science and History Oh no. I definitely do, as long as that day doesn't last 30 years. :)

[@cryogeneric]

It would be fun for a few weeks, but get old pretty quick.

[@chrismcclellan1186]

yup but only if I was paid on that day and wasnt sick or hungover

[@troykemp5329]

Chris Mcclellan why worry about pay, just take out a loan it ain't gonna matter to tomorrow lmao

[@God_gundam36]

ARTexplains Science and History I would happly go in ground hog for a year or so. So when I come out I'll be pretty skilled at anything I foucus on

[@DucNguyen-bd5ir]

This is my favorite film to date. I watch it all the time and it pisses off my wife.

[@StepSoftlyGhost]

Duc Nguyen Same here, on all counts.

[@seththomas9105]

I read somewhere years ago that this movie resonates with men and most women give it a "MMMMeahhh". True story, look it up. BTW the movie rocks.

[@TheMarpalm]

Yep- wife hates it. Love it- will watch it every time.

[@hlynnkeith9334]

I get the same reaction from my wife with the movie John Carter.

[@bonecanoe86]

I grew up in Crystal Lake, Illinois, which is right next to Woodstock. They filmed Groundhog Day there when I was about 6 or 7 and I remember there being a lot of excitement around the filming. I actually remember going to the Tip Top Cafe a year or two after the movie came out! It only lasted a few years, sadly. To make things even more interesting to me I would end up moving to Pennsylvania when I was 10 where I have been ever since, and although I'm nowhere near Punxatawny it is interesting how the movie is related to both my home states. But even putting all that aside, even without the personal connection, this movie would still be one of my favorites of all time. It's a subtle masterpiece with a very humble, low-key style of presentation that hides layers of depth and meaning.The characters, the setting, and the progression of the story of Phil as he goes through several distinct phases is all masterfully done, tied together by Bill Murray's excellent acting. The movie gets surprisingly dark with its themes of death, but never loses its heart. Even little things like the choice of "You Don't Know Me" by Ray Charles in the gazebo scene are done right. Everything is in balance with this movie and it earns a perfect 10 in my book. I watch this movie every Groundhog Day and never get tired of it.

[@stclairstclair]

bonecanoe86 I worked at the Reichart Chevrolet in C.L. I learned to hate C.L.

[@thefourthwatch6337]

All the other holidays have gone commercial. Groundhog Day is the only one that remains pure. The only one I celebrate.

[@trace6314]

wait, they repeat the movie again and again on grounhog day? very clever.

[@themysteriouscatperson9483]

That’s until you wake up the next day and they keep looping the movie, then you look at the date…

[@Maxid1]

Wait, haven't I seen this before?

[@Carcosahead]

maybe, this is the pinacle of time loop portrayed on media.

[@fanofstuff3327]

Maxid1 That’s weird I feel like I’ve seen your comment before

[@jaerivus]

Didn't you *just* say that?

[@MindRiderFPV]

Watched again yesterday. It can touch you so deep. ❤

[@JohnNiemsMusic]

The thing about this movie is after watching only once you feel like you saw it a thousand times! hahaha

[@metcard]

I love those seniors clapping during the jeopardy scene.

[@Pannemat]

"What is the Rhône." (Deadly look), lol.

[@markroberts1301]

The highway shut down scene was filmed on the "Amstutz Expressway" a highway that's just over a mile long in Waukegan IL.

[@sunlion8866]

This is a movie that I could watch over and over again.

[@user-ys9to2ie7k]

I haven't met anyone that realizes that Harold Ramis made a mistake. Toward the end of the movie after Bill comes down off the stage from playing with the band, the piano teacher says "he's my student" and this would have never happened. Sometime during the night he would have approached the band and let them know he's a musician and they would offer for him to sit in with the band, because he knew to win Ali's favor was to play an instrument. The teachers response after he comes down from playing with the band would have been much different. Somewhere in the lines of - what a wonderful piano player and yes you can sit in with the band anytime! Because, she would have had NO knowledge she ever sat down one day teaching him how to play piano and there was enough time through his life at Punxsutawney to learn every song in the playlist ¿`_

[@wirehairs]

Phil still took a less from the teacher earlier in the day. Because she also plays in this band, it was all the easier to sit in. Yes, kinda silly that she'd say "he's my student" after only one lesson, but it still works.

[@user-ys9to2ie7k]

@@wirehairs sorry, there was no indication that she even saw him that day prior to the band. The events of that day did not have her taking part in his affairs. Not only did I catch it the first time I watched the movie but I've watched the movie many, many times ¿`_

[@davidmehnert6206]

« Depression as a natural response to this reality » No truer words were ever uttered.

[@davidmehnert6206]

I did not know (until now) it was filmed in Woodstock. I’m thinking Joni Mitchell was very lucky to be holed up in New York watching it unfold on TV.

[@davidmehnert6206]

30-40 years is wishful thinking.

[@davidmehnert6206]

Did he mention it was a love story, or is that a spoiler?

[@davidmehnert6206]

Eliminating the “Best Polka” category from the Grammys was also an outcome of this film’s success, on all-day repetition.

[@davidmehnert6206]

If you were born in Pittsburgh and return to the city at least once (but usually several times) a year, and you are 52 years old, you avoid Punxatawney instinctively.

[@Mazxlol]

ive watched this movie at least 20 times. its just good if not better every time.

[@jober1905]

One of my favourite films of all time!!

[@CulturalCurfew]

It's been so long since I watched it, truly an amazing movie, keep up the good work!

[@mattbeatgoeson]

+Cultural Curfew Thanks for the kind words. I can't wait to check out your channel!

[@FirstLast-cf4mi]

"Is it a classic? I hadn't noticed."

[@acehandler1530]

Love this movie, Bill Murray is perfect in the role as a burned out narcissistic weatherman...watch it every Feb 2nd. Really enjoyed your take on this fine feature film, thanks!

[@lukedetering4490]

My day is about to reset in 2 hours

[@mattbeatgoeson]

+Luke Detering "Well put your little hand in mind..."

[@poshko41]

The Jeopardy scene is one of my favorite movie clips of all time.

[@patrickwentz8413]

Fantastic movie. I took it with me on my first tour to Korea and watched it probably a dozen times or more.

[@ppumpkin3282]

Great script, wouldn't be the same without Bill Murray. I never thought this time loop could be 30-40 years. That would certainly drive me nuts.

[@luffebassen]

Cant believe im 44yo and that this movie is still among my all time favorites since i saw it as a little punk.

[@valgracias9225]

Yeah I had to review this recently for my philosophy paper.

[@falnesioghander6929]

wonder if covid made it to the paper

[@hlynnkeith9334]

Groundhog Day is my favorite movie. At the time, I did not like Bill Murray as an actor, so I passed on the movie when it first ran. I met an old friend I had not seen since college at a bookstore. We chatted a while and then decided to go to the dollar theater in the same shopping center to take in a movie together. That is how I saw Groundhog Day. It changed my life. "I love this film. I've seen it over a hundred times." That is true for me and Groundhog Day. I owned a copy on VHS. I now have it on DVD. I love the move Amadeus, too, but it is a clear second to Groundhog Day.

[@ambernodine5776]

Great job!!!! I have always loved this film do to the fact that it falls on the day of my b-day (feb. 2) and i always imagined waking up to it being my b day over and over again

[@mattbeatgoeson]

Thank you, and that's so awesome your birthday is on Groundhog Day. :D

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Being trapped in the same day for decades. I’m already living it. It’s called marriage.

[@vegardertilbake1]

That was so cheesy it clogged my arteries

[@2410jrod]

Lmao

[@baronvonlimbourgh1716]

And yet you're still there..

[@juanchocorleone]

Or depression. That's my Groundhog Day.

[@baronvonlimbourgh1716]

@@juanchocorleone that was my life for a very long dark decade as well. Until i started keto. It changed my life completely.. Maybe it can help you as well. Keep strong bro, i know where you are at!!!

[@wonderwomanx1268]

It truly is an understated masterpiece. I watch it every few months and still catch nuances and brilliant lines and scenes.

[@finnaddict]

Thank you for not saying "Quote unquote". *tears of joy*

[@schumanschuman9450]

WELL DONE MY FRIEND AND THANK YOU, I do indeed deeply appreciate your indepth remarks and running commentary. ! HAVE AN absolutely AWESOME DAY OUT THERE TODAY, Over and Over and Over Again,...... ! =)

[@DogSerious]

This film is amazing. Who doesn't like this film? It's more than a classic, it's visual story telling at it's finest.

[@originalsubwayjones]

Wow, thank you, that was a very entertaining video. There’s so much I didn’t know about a movie I’ve seen a million times.

[@mattbeatgoeson]

I'm pretty sure I've seen it a million times, too. :) Thanks for the kind words.

[@danieljakubik3428]

Well made documentary about what became a classic modern film.

[@zrspangle]

Quality content my friend. I can't wait to see you grow big. Keep up the good work!

[@mattbeatgoeson]

Thanks so much :D

[@karensmith5580]

Thanks for the excellent discussion!

[@pledgestone]

One of the greatest movies ever made.

[@Dab_Marino]

I remember being 7 years old when they filmed this in Woodstock. Woodstock most famous endeavor

[@Rubizon]

I spotted quality here. Prepare for multi-million views dude ! excellent review!

[@mattbeatgoeson]

+Rubizon Thanks so much! :D

[@kpk33x]

Very accurate portrayal of the average age of Jeopardy viewers

[@mattbeatgoeson]

Hey! I WATCH JEOPARDY. :)

[@theprimalpitch190]

Awesome and enjoyable commentary. Loved it. How about looking at "Blast from the Past" Another quirky film involving time displacement but in a different way.l

[@rhm5158]

One of my favorite all time films

[@leowise206]

I absolutely love Groundhogday and endeavour to watch it once a year on..... You guessed it! I was not able to every year, but I have seen it many times. It remains a classical classic from the first time I seen it when I was 15. If you can do a video on "What dreams may come" that would be great.

[@kunwarbodhit8127]

Why is this channel so underrated???

[@mosh2225]

Great insights! Well made! You've got a great thing going here! Nice work.

[@mattbeatgoeson]

+Mosh Thank you so much! I love your channel! We should collab some time :)

[@contact1araya]

If they ever remake reboot or rerelease this movie I wouldn’t watch it

[@ericl1255]

I never understood why he didn't stay awake for 48 hours or whatever so he can technically live in 2 days

[@hadmiar8]

Because at 6:00 AM he would end up sent back to the bed and breakfast anyway.

[@aarontuplin]

They dont show it, but it's implied that he tried this at least once. Rita said to him she thought at midnight he would disappear or something and Phil says not until 6.

[@MrParkerman6]

Cuz he only had 24 hours, dumbass.

[@nancyvlet7122]

I was going through my own shet at the time so I saw the movie by myself and glad I did.. I adore Bill Murray anyway but to see him through all the ups and downs helped me to plow onward into my own future.. Thank you

[@4817Indian]

A story published in Magazine of fantasy and science fiction had this theme.Set at world's fair.

[@RyanWehr]

Watch it every year!!!

[@ronaldrice4085]

Love it watched it 8+ times loss count watched it so much love to watch it again

[@vuxnut]

This is my new favorite channel. you're doing excellent work. I'm learning so much i didn't know about the movies i love.

[@TydimFilms]

A nice fun film to sit back relax and watch and enjoy

[@kiltmanm60]

Live the same day over and over with.... Andie MacDowell..... I think i could "suffer" through that... somehow... I would endure it! I'm a tuff guy! I will step up to the plate and take this task on!

[@stclairstclair]

kiltmanm60 , Yeah I'm still thinking that.........UMmmmmm

[@hand-jobs]

this is a great video! I have a special connection to the movie 1. I live a half hour away from Woodstock and have family who lives there 2. my best friends grandpa is in the movie. he is the foot that walks in the puddle at some point. admittedly I'm not too familiar with the movie, so I don't know when exactly it happens, but I still think it's cool. happy Thanksgiving Mr beat! I'm very thankful for your fun, interesting and informative content!

[@VeraEdelman]

I toured the film locations once. It was fun.

[@katieandkevinsears7724]

This video has been up for two years and I just watched it...but I kept thinking I'd seen it all before.

[@kitersrefuge7353]

I'm living it. Right now.

[@garfieldbrooks6126]

I still quote those guys on the radio . Dj 1 "It's a cold one out there today" Dj 2 " it's a cold one out there every day, Bob"

[@classmcsass1775]

Ok youtube, I just watched the film and this is the first recommendation here.

[@jamesmcdunn]

You left a pretty important part of trivia out. The two men on the radio are Bob and Ray ( Bob Elliott, Ray Goulding ) comedy legends. Bob Elliot is Chris Elliot's father.

[@shantolion1576]

I love this film. I love when he tries to die and wakes up over and over bill Murray is a fantastic actor j love how cyincal and bitter he is he remaind me of myslef. Besides the phylosophoal message he is hysterical his faces his discontent his jadedness he makes it a masterpiece

[@christophermaurer1271]

Groundhog day would be one of my favorites along with Planes Trains and Automobiles another film with a great message.

[@EvilTwin123]

Be honest, it's Bill Murray that made the film, the film. Bill's the guy you'd challenge to a blunt knife wall toss where the first to stick the knife in the wall buys the other guy a shot. Andie McDowell...holy wow. Cuter than a baby wrapped in puppies and has a voice that could the phone book sound sexy.

[@stclairstclair]

Evil Twin < Ive often thought about sucking her toes..........did i go too far.......

[@sanctusexitium9956]

I love this movie.

[@atombomb6719]

excellent summary

[@tammygant4216]

I don't remember the first time I watched it. I don't remember when I bought it, but I've watched it so much I've got it pretty much memorized. And I quote it often. Love this movie but I had no idea how big of a following it had.

[@hi-if7lj]

Definitely a top ten movies of all time.

[@JJtheilluminator]

I really enjoyed this. Thank you :-)

[@juffan]

The film that charmed a generation and inspired a real-life holiday.

[@ericchamberlain9253]

If your going to do classic movies do The big Lebowski

[@LastbutNotFirst]

stfu donny

[@matthewmalpeli]

You mean, coitus?

[@Kalashnikova1991]

why is Lebowski so popular? I found it very boring....

[@fsirjyy147]

This movie is the reason I don’t wake up to a song. 😂

[@thewatercoolerguy5093]

I wonder how many times Bill Murray’s character killed someone.

[@MrRyan-wu4jx]

I’ve always figured he would’ve done some really awful stuff even worse than what we saw in the PG film. He was in a bad place early on in the loop.

[@themysteriouscatperson9483]

He definitely went on a killing spree at some point after he realised there were no consequences, probably starting at Ned

[@WilmerCook]

My life is groundhogs day, wife passed away, retired, alone. Need I say more.

[@SoUtHMeMpHis]

I consider it a perfect Christmas time or Christmas Eve movie

[@nathanslay6342]

One of the greatest comedies of all time and one of the best movies of the 1990s.

[@funkdoktor9099]

An unbelieveable film. It is no doubt a classic. One of thise movies that any time your flipping theough channels and its on...you stop flipping. Me and my buddy still quote it all the time. I texted him yesterday and asked him if he could, "call in sick". Lol

[@abcdefu359]

Imagine if the night before he’d gotten shitfaced drunk and now every day for 40 years he had a brutal hangover.

[@346UNCLEBOB]

I LOVED this film the first time I saw it and after viewing it many times since it's still a favorite!

[@jeffschneider403]

I would like to see another Bill Murray movie explained, The Razor's Edge.

[@noahrector]

Read Hemingway...

[@joyceelmer2178]

Absolute love Groundhog Day and loved this video! Thank you.

[@mattbeatgoeson]

Thank you, and IT'S GROUNDHOG DAY.

[@dcinrb8538]

The Swan. Starring Grace Kelly and Alec Guinness with Louis Jourdan and Agnes Moorhead. 1956