How old was Mia Sara in Ferris Bueller's Day Off?

Sometimes, a character’s impact makes us want to know more about the person portraying them. Age can be a surprising factor in how we perceive talent and maturity. Let’s dive into that fascinating detail.

During the filming of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Mia Sara was:

18 years old

Based on our estimate, that was the actual age of the celebrity at the time.

We calculated the age by referencing the first day of the year Ferris Bueller's Day Off was launched:

January 1, 1986

And the known birth date of Mia Sara:

June 19, 1967

Because movies often premiere within a year of starting production, Mia Sara might have been either one year younger or older while filming some scenes.