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Gibson Launches Search for Missing 'Back to the Future' Guitar as Film Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Gibson seeks public help to find the missing Cherry Red Gibson ES-345 guitar from 'Back to the Future,' with stars making a plea in a new video.

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As 'Back to the Future' celebrates its 40th anniversary, Gibson has launched a public search for the missing Cherry Red Gibson ES-345 guitar used by Marty McFly. The guitar has been missing since 1985, despite previous searches during the film's sequel production. In a new video featuring stars Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Huey Lewis, they appeal for information, humorously suggesting the guitar is 'lost in the space-time continuum.' The search is part of a documentary titled 'Lost to the Future,' emphasizing the guitar's significance in cinematic history. Public tips are encouraged.

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  • The articles celebrate the nostalgia and cultural significance of the 'Back to the Future' guitar.
  • They highlight the community's excitement and involvement in the search for the lost prop.
  • The tone remains hopeful despite the frustration over the prolonged search duration.

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"…Gibson, which is based in Nashville, is asking the public for help tracking it down as the movie turns 40 and as the company produces a new documentary about the search and the film, “Lost to the Future.”"

Where's Marty McFly's guitar? Search is on for 'Back to the Future' prop
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"…Gibson, which is based in Nashville, is asking the public for help tracking it down as the movie turns 40 and as the company produces a new documentary about the search and the film, 'Lost to the Future.'"

Where's Marty McFly's guitar? Search is on for 'Back to the Future' prop 4 decades later
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"…Gibson, which is based in Nashville, is asking the public for help tracking it down as the movie turns 40 and as the company produces a new documentary about the search and the film, 'Lost to the Future.'"

Where's Marty McFly's guitar? Search is on for 'Back to the Future' prop 4 decades later
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"…The team will be forever grateful for its return."

'Back to the Future' cast seeks help in search for red guitar
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The Cherry Red Gibson ES-345 guitar holds significant cinematic history and memorabilia value. It was instrumental in the iconic scene where Marty McFly performs 'Johnny B. Goode,' inspiring many young guitar players.

The public can assist by contacting Gibson through the 'Lost to the Future' website or by leaving tips and text at 1-855-345-1955.

The renewed effort coincides with the 40th anniversary of 'Back to the Future' and is part of a documentary titled 'Lost to the Future,' emphasizing the guitar's importance in cinematic history.

The guitar was originally rented from Norman's Rare Guitars and returned after filming, but it was never found when needed for the sequels.

The search involves Gibson, the film's cast, including Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd, and the public.

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