”Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (1986) vs. ”Adventures in Babysitting” (1987): Part 2

The ultimate 80s teen comedy showdown reaches its conclusion as Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Seriouspodcast return for Part 2 of their battle between Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) and Adventures in Babysitting (1987). Joining them once again are Chuck Bryan from the Cinematic Flashback Podcast and Dave Dolphin of Documenting My Mid-Life Crisis for a lively, nostalgia-packed discussion.

In this second installment, the crew turns their attention to the casting of Adventures in Babysitting, exploring the choices behind one of the decade’s most beloved comedic ensembles and how those performances helped define the film’s lasting appeal. From there, they dive into a treasure trove of fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes stories for both movies—covering everything from production secrets to unexpected connections in pop culture history.

And then it all comes down to this: after two episodes of laughs, memories, and spirited debate, the guys deliver their final verdict on which of these 80s classics truly comes out on top.

Will it be Ferris and his legendary day off, or Chris Parker and her unforgettable night on the town? Tune in for the dramatic conclusion to one of the most fun matchups yet.