CADDYSHACK (1980) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Australian One Sheet
Size AU One Sheet (27" x 40")
CADDYSHACK (1980) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Australian One Sheet starring Chevy Chase, Bill Murray & Rodney Dangerfield, directed by Harold Ramis is in Near Mint Condition. Movie Poster and Condition...
CADDYSHACK (1980) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Australian One Sheet starring Chevy Chase, Bill Murray & Rodney Dangerfield, directed by Harold Ramis is in Near Mint Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition
Condition: This Original Vintage unrestored Movie Poster is presented in Near Mint Condition, folded as issued, unused one sheet, very minor handling/storage wear/marks. This poster is currently stored folded and will be shipped in an acid free archival polyproplene bag with acid free archival backing board. This highly collectible original Australian one sheet represents a standout piece of 1980s comedy movie memorabilia. Folded as issued and unused, it retains sharp colours and clean fold lines consistent with theatrical distribution. Its Near Mint status makes it particularly desirable for collectors seeking investment-quality vintage cinema posters, especially for fans of classic American comedies and cult favourites.
Movie Synopsis
Caddyshack (1980) is a riotous sports comedy that became one of the defining films of its era. Directed by Harold Ramis in his feature directorial debut, the film blends anarchic humour with sharp character-driven comedy, set against the manicured greens of the exclusive Bushwood Country Club. What unfolds is a hilarious clash between the privileged elite and the misfit outsiders who disrupt their carefully ordered world.
The story loosely centres on Danny Noonan (Michael O’Keefe), a young caddy hoping to win a college scholarship by impressing the club’s snobbish members. However, the narrative truly belongs to its larger-than-life supporting characters. Chevy Chase plays the laid-back and effortlessly cool Ty Webb, whose zen-like golf philosophy contrasts sharply with the uptight Judge Smails, portrayed with comic brilliance by Ted Knight. Into this refined setting storms Al Czervik, played by Rodney Dangerfield, a loud, brash property developer whose one-liners and irreverent attitude shake the club to its core.
Perhaps the film’s most iconic presence is Carl Spackler, the unhinged greenskeeper brought to life by Bill Murray. His obsessive battle with the mischievous gopher became legendary in pop culture, leading to some of the most quoted and beloved moments in comedy cinema. Murray’s improvised monologues, including the famous “Cinderella story” scene, are widely regarded as highlights of the film and exemplify the spontaneous comedic style that defined late 1970s and early 1980s American comedy.
Although Caddyshack received mixed reviews upon its initial release, it quickly developed a massive following and is now considered a cult classic comedy. The film’s sharp satire of class divisions, combined with its slapstick antics and unforgettable characters, cemented its place in cinematic history. Its soundtrack, featuring Kenny Loggins’ hit “I’m Alright,” further embedded the film in popular culture.
Produced by Orion Pictures and written by Harold Ramis, Douglas Kenney and Brian Doyle-Murray, the screenplay drew inspiration from the writers’ own experiences working at country clubs. This authenticity, combined with a cast at the height of their comedic powers, helped create a film that continues to resonate with audiences decades later.
This original 1980 Australian one sheet movie poster captures the irreverent tone and colourful spirit of the film, often showcasing the unforgettable gopher artwork that has become synonymous with the title. For collectors of classic comedy film posters, fans of Bill Murray or lovers of 1980s pop culture, this Near Mint example is an exceptional acquisition that celebrates one of the most quotable and enduring comedies ever made.
To find out more about Caddyshack (1980) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.