Beethoven (1992), a nostalgic family comedy, follows a lovable St. Bernard uniting a family through chaos and charm. This RetroMade episode dives into the film’s quirky appeal, John Hughes’ surprising writing credit under a pseudonym, and its oddly dark yet successful plot. Host Katie and guest Kyle explore why this messy movie became a 90s kid culture staple, grossing $147.2 million despite its convoluted villains and shaky narrative. Discover behind-the-scenes trivia, like the casting what-ifs and the formulaic 90s family movie vibe. 0:00 - Intro to Beethoven’s big dog star legacy 2:29 - Retro Made Pop Culture Rewind begins 2:35 - Overview of Beethoven 1992 and John Hughes’ role 4:16 - 1992 box office trivia challenge 19:40 - Nostalgia of family movie nights and Blockbuster 28:11 - Breaking down Beethoven’s chaotic plot 50:36 - Cast highlights and 90s formulaic charm 1:20:33 - Final thoughts on Beethoven’s nostalgic valueRelive the 90s with Beethoven’s heartwarming chaos!