‘The Big Lebowski’ Abides at 25

A moment to celebrate a rare cult classic that is as beloved by the actors who brought it to life as it is to audiences.

Diane Bondareff/AP Images for Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Jeff Bridges and John Goodman at a cast reunion celebrating ‘The Big Lebowski’ Limited Edition Blu-ray release on August 16, 2011, at New York. Diane Bondareff/AP Images for Universal Studios Home Entertainment

The sixth of March marks the 25th anniversary of “The Big Lebowski.” Expect fans of the film noir parody to respond with a collective “Far out” — one of the flick’s numerous catchphrases — celebrating a rare cult classic that is as beloved by the actors who brought it to life as it is to audiences. The kicker; it rolled a gutter ball at the box office.

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