Guide Note

Romantic comedy Groundhog Day follows callous TV weatherman Phil Connors, who is forced to live the same Groundhog Day over and over. At first, Connors attempts to take advantage of his situation, though ultimately he becomes drained, depressed and eventually tries to change his bitter outlook on life.

Fast Facts

1. Director: Harold Ramis
2. Starring: Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, Chris Elliott
3. Release Date: February 12, 1993
4. Running time: 101 minutes
5. Budget: $14.6 million
6. 2006 addition to the United States National Film Registry

Groundhog Day was well-reviewed and received upon its initial release, though it has achieved a higher critical status in recent years. Roger Ebert initially gave it three stars, but has since revisited the film and included it in his "Great Movies" series. The American Film Institute listed Groundhog Day as #34 on its list of 100 Funniest Movies. The film has a rating of 95% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.

• DJ 1: Okay, campers, rise and shine, and don't forget your booties cause it's cold out there today.
• DJ 2.: It's cold out there every day. What is this, Miami Beach?
• DJ 1.: Not hardly. And you know, you can expect hazardous travel later today with that, you know, that blizzard thing.
• DJ 2: That blizzard thing. That blizzard thing. Oh, well, here's the report. The National Weather Service is calling for a big blizzard thing.
• DJ 1: Yes, they are. But you know, there's another reason why today is especially exciting.
• DJ 2: Especially cold!
• DJ 1: Especially cold, okay, but the big question on everybody's lips--
• DJ 2: On their chapped lips--
• DJ 1: On their chapped lips, right: Do you think Phil is gonna come out and see his shadow?
• DJ 2: Punxsutawney Phil!
• DJ 1: Thats right, woodchuck chuckers, it's--
• Together: Groundhog Day!