“An absolutely electrifying show.”
MUSICALWEST ENDCLOSED
Back to the Future
Adelphi Theatre · 2h 35m
Opened Sep 13, 2021 · Closed Apr 12, 2026 · Ran for 4 years, 7 months
4 Rave
10 Positive
6 Mixed
1 Negative
Critics' Take
Critics praise the spectacular stagecraft and dazzling DeLorean effects, but find the musical adaptation adds little beyond visual thrills to the beloved film, with a serviceable yet forgettable score.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
21 reviews4 Rave
10 Positive
6 Mixed
1 Negative
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“And, in truth, it’s not exactly a musical in the traditional sense. After two viewings, I’d be hard pressed to reproduce much of the original score; the songs that stick are the pop hits used in the movie and triumphantly reprised here, “Johnny B Goode” and “The Power of Love.”.”
“I needn’t have worried a nano-second.”
“A huge spectacle, this could just be the best show in the West End at the moment.”
“This musical adaptation of Robert Zemeckis's hit 1985 time-travel movie is enormous fun.”
Audience Scorecard
25.4K audience reviews
A+
Loving It
Awards Scorecard
2021-22 season68
Honored
Won Best New Musical
WhatsOnStage:4 wins / 6 noms
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Back to the Future?
Critics praise the spectacular stagecraft and dazzling DeLorean effects, but find the musical adaptation adds little beyond visual thrills to the beloved film, with a serviceable yet forgettable score. (CriticScore 74/100 from 21 reviews.)
Is Back to the Future worth seeing?
Probably, if the material interests you. Critics say Back to the Future is worth seeing (74/100 from 21 reviews) — it works best if the premise or cast appeals to you.
What is the CriticScore for Back to the Future?
Back to the Future has a CriticScore of 74/100 based on 21 professional reviews. This is rated "Worth Seeing".
Is Back to the Future still running in London?
No, Back to the Future has closed. It played at Adelphi Theatre and closed on April 12, 2026.
How long is Back to the Future?
Back to the Future has a runtime of 2 hours and 35 minutes, including 1 intermission.
Creative Team
- John RandoDirector
- Bob GaleBook
- Alan SilvestriMusic
- Glen BallardLyrics
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 74/100 (21 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Sep 13, 2021
- Closed
- Apr 12, 2026
- Run Length
- 4 years, 7 months
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Intermissions
- 1
- Theatre
- Adelphi Theatre
- Synopsis
- Grab your skateboard, stock up on plutonium and turn the ignition on your DeLorean because Back to the Future is landing in the West End!
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
