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Mar 19
Is Ferris Butler The Real Ferris Bueller?
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SavingFerrisButler@gmail.com Documentary “Saving Ferris Butler” delves into the former @nbcsnl writer and his contention that he’s the basis of Ferris Bueller from the film. Executive Produced & Hosted by @DBfrick
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Jun 13
What a night! Saving Ferris Butler had an incredible World Premiere at the Quad Cinema. Amazing crowd, great Q&A, and an after-party so memorable the judge says we’re not allowed to post the photos. Thanks to everyone who made it unforgettable! #SavingFerrisButler 🎬🍿🥂
Was thrilled to attend the world premiere of the new doc SAVING FERRIS BUTLER last night in nyc, alongside numerous VIPs, including former s6 cast member Patrick Weathers and s3 writer Neil Levy!
Watch it soon!!! boxd.it/12bCi
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Jun 12
What a great world premiere for Saving Ferris Butler at The Quad. A sold-out crowd, incredible energy, and a night we’ll never forget. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported this indie documentary. #SavingFerrisButler
Was thrilled to attend the world premiere of the new doc SAVING FERRIS BUTLER last night in nyc, alongside numerous VIPs, including former s6 cast member Patrick Weathers and s3 writer Neil Levy!
Watch it soon!!! boxd.it/12bCi
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Jun 11
🎬 Tonight’s the World Premiere of Saving Ferris Butler at the Quad Cinema—and we’re SOLD OUT! Thank you for supporting independent film. See you at 7 PM. Let’s make some movie magic. 🍿✨ #SFBMovie
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Jun 9
⚽️🚨 Not saying the World Cup was scheduled to distract people from Saving Ferris Butler… but I’ve taken 17 soccer balls to the face this week.
Nice try, FIFA.
🎬 June 11
📍 Quad Cinema NYC
Almost sold out!
#SavingFerrisButler #WorldCup #FerrisBueller ⚽️😂🎬
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Jun 8
World Premiere: Saving Ferris Butler — June 11 at 7 PM, Quad Cinema, NYC. A fascinating documentary exploring whether former SNL writer Ferris Butler inspired Ferris Bueller. Tickets:
eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
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Jun 7
🎭 New York celebrates the Tony Awards.
🎬 Thursday, we’re celebrating another NYC original.
Years of work, Saving Ferris Butler premieres at the Quad Cinema.
SNL. Cable access. #FerrisBueller. 1 true story
June 11 • 7 PM #TonyAwards #Broadway #NYC #SavingFerrisButler #SNL
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Jun 6
🎬 41 years ago today, Ferris Bueller took the day off. Did another Ferris inspire him? Saving Ferris Butler tells the story of an SNL writer who claims he inspired Ferris Bueller.📍 Quad Cinema NYC📅 June 11 • 7 PM 🎟️ Tickets on sale now!#SavingFerrisButler #FerrisBueller #SNL
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Jun 4
World Premiere: Saving Ferris Butler — June 11 at 7 PM, Quad Cinema, NYC. A fascinating documentary exploring whether former SNL writer Ferris Butler inspired Ferris Bueller. Tickets:
eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
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Jun 4
World Premiere: Saving Ferris Butler — June 11 at 7 PM, Quad Cinema, NYC. A fascinating documentary exploring whether former SNL writer Ferris Butler inspired Ferris Bueller. Tickets:
eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
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May 19
🎬 Quad Cinema – NYC
📅 June 11, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM Live Q&A
It’s a true independent premiere and I’d really love your support in filling the theater.
🎟 Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
Shopify:
saving-ferris-butler.myshopi…
We’re also making it an 80s-themed night—dress up!!

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May 19
Honored to be part of Nassau County Voices in Verse with my featured poem “A Maze Becoming.”
I’ll be reading live Sat, May 23rd at 3PM at East Meadow Library as part of The Bards Initiative book launch.
Come support poetry & arts.
#Poetry #DBFrick #LongIsland #VoicesInVerse
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May 7
I bought the original Ferris Bueller vest at auction for $279,440… and this is the moment I finally opened it.
🎬 See the full story in Saving Ferris Butler premiering June 11, 2026 at Quad Cinema on the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
80s vibes • giveaways •
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May 6
The guy who bought the Ferris Bueller sweater vest for $276,000.
was me.
And yes, the vest is coming to the premiere of Saving Ferris Butler at Quad Cinema June 11th.
@nbcsnl @ferrisbueller
#FerrisBueller #SavingFerrisButler #80sMovies #JohnHughes #SNL #NYCFilm #MoviePremiere
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May 5
Saving Ferris Butler premieres at Quad Cinema on June 11 at 7 PM—celebrating 40 years of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. A former Saturday Night Live writer claims he inspired the iconic character—plus a live Q&A after the screening.
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May 4
NYC — let’s fill the theater.
🎬 Saving Ferris Butler PREMIERE
📍 Quad Cinema
📅 June 11 • 7PM
Former Saturday Night Live writer
Cable access pioneer
The man who says he inspired Ferris Bueller
Live Q&A 80s vibes
🎟 eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
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May 2
Is Ferris Butler the real Ferris Bueller?
🎬 Saving Ferris Butler
📍 @quadcinema NYC
🗓 June 11 | 🕖 7PM
SNL history. Cable access. One unbelievable claim.
Shoutout @menbersonly & @eastvintagecollectiv
🎟 Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
#FerrisBueller #NYC #Film
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May 1
Big moment! 🎬
I’m premiering my documentary Saving Ferris Butler at Quad Cinema in NYC on June 11 — the 40th anniversary of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
A true story about an SNL writer who claims he inspired Ferris Bueller.
🕖 7PM Live Q&A
Join us: eventbrite.com/e/19884338271…
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May 1
🌟 From writing for SNL to marrying a music legend, Ferris Butler’s life is a comedic goldmine! Check out "Saving Ferris Butler" for the inside scoop! 🎥 #ComedyLegends #FerrisBueller @nbcsnl @ferrisbueller #documentary
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Apr 24
🤔 Did you know Ferris Bueller might be based on a real person? Discover the fascinating life of Ferris Butler in "Saving Ferris Butler former SNL writer (1980-81)." 🎬 A must-watch for comedy lovers! #FerrisBueller #Documentary @nbcsnl @ferrisbueller
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