Ferris Bueller's Day Off

High school senior Ferris Bueller cleverly devises a plan to skip school by pretending to be sick. He uses a mannequin, a trophy, and stereo sounds to fool his parents into believing his ruse.

Ferris invites his girlfriend Sloane and his best friend Cameron to join him for a day of adventures in Chicago. The trio eagerly agrees, eager to make the most of their day off before graduation.

In a bold move, Ferris persuades Cameron to borrow his father's prized 1961 Ferrari 250 GT 'California.' Cameron poses as Sloane's father, fabricating a family tragedy to excuse her absence from school.

While Ferris enjoys his day out, the school rallies around him in support of his supposed illness. Students start a movement called 'Save Ferris,' while his sister Jeanie and Dean Rooney grow increasingly suspicious.

As Ferris and his friends explore Chicago, they leave the Ferrari with garage attendants who take it for a joyride. This reckless action sets the stage for the day's unfolding chaos.

Ferris, Sloane, and Cameron spend their day visiting iconic Chicago locations. They enjoy a Cubs game at Wrigley Field, take in the panoramic view from the Sears Tower, and admire art at the Art Institute of Chicago.

At the festive Von Steuben Day Parade, Ferris joyfully lip-syncs to Wayne Newton's 'Danke Schoen' and the Beatles' 'Twist and Shout.' His spontaneous performance captivates onlookers, including his friends.

Meanwhile, Dean Rooney embarks on a comical quest to catch Ferris. His search leads him to various local spots and eventually to Ferris' home, where he becomes entangled in humorous mishaps.

Jeanie returns home, intending to confront Ferris, but finds Mr. Rooney instead. Mistaking him for a burglar, she accidentally attacks him, creating a hilarious misunderstanding that spirals further.

As Ferris and friends retrieve the Ferrari, they are shocked to see that its odometer has drastically increased. Cameron's anxiety about his father's reaction surfaces, leading to a confrontation about their day.

Faced with the reality of their actions, Cameron expresses his pent-up frustration regarding his overbearing father. This turning point leads to a moment of rebellion where Cameron intentionally damages the car.

In a chaotic moment, the Ferrari crashes through a glass wall and off a ravine as a consequence of Cameron's actions. This incident solidifies Ferris' resolve to protect his friend from his father's wrath.

After her experience with a drug dealer at the police station, Jeanie gains fresh insights into her obsession with Ferris. She returns home with a newfound understanding, even siding with her brother against Rooney.

Upon returning home, Ferris must deal with Mr. Rooney, who has been misled by Jeanie. In a clever act of deceit, Jeanie fabricates a lie about Ferris' illness, further complicating Rooney's efforts to catch him.

With his parents just about to check on him, Ferris dives into bed, culminating a day full of adventures. He cheekily shares a life lesson with the audience before disappearing back into his room, leaving Rooney stranded.