We’re big fans of 1984 Publishing here at Biff Bam Pop! They’ve put out spectacular genre books on topics like Shaun of the Dead, Dune, and many others. Their latest cinematic offering, announced today, is an in-depth look at one of the most iconic films of the 1980s, courtesy of a legendary and beloved Hollywood director. Check out all the details below on Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero: The Story of the World’s Most Famous Day Off.
“Oh, he’s very popular, Ed. The sportos, the motorheads, geeks, sluts, bloods, wastoids, dweebies, dickheads—they all adore him. They think he’s a righteous dude.” – Grace (Edie McClurg)
June 2, 2026 — Life moves pretty fast. Four decades after Ferris Bueller looked straight into the camera and taught audiences that skipping school could be a masterclass in rebellion, the definitive behind-the-scenes story of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off arrives in bookstores. Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero by Jason Klamm is the most comprehensive exploration of one of the most enduring comedies in film history—and the first deep dive of its kind into a John Hughes film.
Drawing on more than 120 new and exclusive interviews, the book takes readers deep inside John Hughes’ remarkable creative streak—fresh off Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club—as teen angst gave way to slapstick humour, surreal storytelling, and a hero who knew exactly where the camera was. Go behind the scenes as Hughes shot more than a million feet of film before the movie was even halfway complete, navigated mounting studio panic, and transformed controlled chaos into cinematic magic.
Klamm’s all-access account features insights and firsthand stories from Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, James Hughes (John Hughes’ son), and other Hughes alumni including Jon Cryer and Andrew McCarthy, alongside producers, soundtrack musicians, parade participants, museum staff, and even the unforgettable school-bus Gummy Bear Girl (“They’ve been in my pocket. They’re real warm and soft”). Together, these voices create a vivid, funny, and unexpectedly moving portrait of how the film came together—and why it still resonates 40 years later.
Featuring never-before-seen photos, rare production documents, and unforgettable on-set stories, the book reveals how Ferris Bueller’s Day Off broke the rules, bent reality, and helped redefine the teen comedy—while inspiring generations of filmmakers and fans who grew up wishing they’d skipped school that day, too. “Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero gave me the chance to tell the story of one of my favourite films, and explore it in a brand-new way,” says Jason Klamm. “Sifting through almost two million words of transcription and articles was challenging, but it was worth it, coming from some of the most fascinating conversations of my life—some with my acting heroes, others with people I’ll never forget. Finishing the book feels a little like graduation…at least we’ve got a yearbook celebrating this movie we love that was created by all of these amazing people.”
Funny, insightful, and meticulously researched, Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero is essential reading for film lovers, pop-culture enthusiasts, and anyone who believes life is a little better when you don’t always follow the rules. On June 2, readers can relive every iconic moment—and discover how one righteous dude changed the movies forever.
The book’s cover illustration and design are by celebrated artist Darrin Shock of State of Shock Studios, known for poster artwork for Foo Fighters, Dave Matthews Band, Dead & Company, Billy Strings, Primus, and more.
The hardbound first edition of Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero debuts in the U.S. and Canada on June 2, 2026, with international release dates to follow. The book will be available through all major retailers and independent bookstores, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop in the U.S., and Amazon and Indigo in Canada. Wholesale inquiries may be directed to Consortium (U.S.), Ingram (U.S. and U.K.), PGC (Canada), New South (Australia), Bookazine, and additional distributors.
