October 21, 2025, 1:48 pm | Read time: 2 minutes

A Watch with Cult Status

The watch is technically based on the well-known Casio standard model CA-500 but makes clear design statements. Above the display is the iconic “OUTATIME,” the DeLorean’s license plate from the film. Next to the lettering is a “Since 1985,” a nod to the film’s release year. The keys of the integrated calculator are colored like the time displays in the cockpit of the time machine. Even the packaging is a highlight: It comes in the style of a videotape with the classic “Back to the Future” lettering and the DeLorean motif.

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Function and Technology

Functionally, Casio stays true to its line. The watch features an eight-digit calculator, a stopwatch, an alarm function, an automatic calendar, and the choice between 12- or 24-hour display. Like the base model, it is splash-resistant and made of stainless steel and resin. The battery lasts about five years.

The only downside: It lacks lighting–as with the standard version. However, the watch scores with its unmistakable retro look and attention to detail.

Differences from the Base Model

Technically, the special edition remains identical to the regular model, but it differs significantly in design. In addition to the striking “Back to the Future” branding, the case back features an engraving of the flux capacitor and exclusive design elements. The elaborately designed packaging also stands out from the standard version. Priced at around 120 euros, the anniversary version is significantly more expensive than the base model, which is available from about 70 euros–but it offers true collector’s value.

The limited edition watch will be released on October 21, 2025, the official “Back to the Future” day. For movie fans and retro enthusiasts, it is a piece of pop culture and a symbol of the connection between technology and nostalgia.