When prompted to recall a beloved movie from the 1980s, Back to the Future invariably springs to mind for most people. Its enduring popularity has created a loyal fan base that spans generations. Recently, headlines buzzed with news of the film’s main characters reuniting, drawing global attention.
Particularly noteworthy was the return of Michael J. Fox, who portrayed the protagonist, despite his ongoing battle with a persistent medical condition over the past two decades. Alongside Fox, the film boasted a stellar cast including Lea Thompson, Christopher Lloyd, and Tom Wilson.
Even after more than 40 years since its premiere, the Back to the Future franchise continues to captivate audiences, with devoted fans clamoring for more.
This enthusiasm was evident at the FanExpo event, where the cast reunited to reminisce about their memorable journey through cinema history.
Lea Thompson recently took to Instagram to share the joy of reuniting with her Back to the Future family, posting updates, videos, and photos from the event. “Wow, honestly had the best time today with my #bttf family,” she captioned the post, tagging her fellow actors and friends, recounting fun fan interactions and even mentioning a llama in attendance.
In October 2022, Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd crossed paths once again, this time at New York Comic Con, but they weren’t alone. The cast revealed intriguing tidbits about the series’ filming period, shedding light on aspects previously unknown to viewers.
One surprising revelation was that Michael J. Fox replaced Eric Stoltz in the role of Marty McFly after production had already commenced. Christopher Lloyd, now 84, expressed disappointment about the sudden casting change, recalling the abrupt announcement made at one in the morning, signaling the transition to filming with Michael the following day after a six-week hiatus.
“I thought I had just about made it through the [first] six weeks, and now I was going to have to do it again,” Christopher Lloyd reflected. Despite the unexpected change, he and Michael J. Fox hit it off immediately; their chemistry was undeniable.
Their enduring friendship, which many suspected existed, was confirmed. Witnessing the closeness between these two men over the years is almost enough to bring tears to one’s eyes.
Meanwhile, Michael J. Fox cherished every moment of working alongside Christopher Lloyd. “Just take it in and let it wash over me. I thought he was brilliant. That was the whole thing,” the 61-year-old actor shared. “Be with Chris and let it be Chris, and enjoy it… It was a thrill. Anytime I got to work with him, I knew it was gonna be a good day.”
Fox has consistently lauded his longtime co-star Christopher Lloyd, acknowledging their remarkable partnership.
“He’s a great guy, Chris. Very enigmatic,” Michael J. Fox shared in a previous conversation. “It took me a few films to get to know him. In ‘Back to the Future Part III,’ we connected in a way we hadn’t on the other films.
I came to see how much he loved acting. I never got that before. To sit down and talk about acting and talk about Shakespeare and ‘King Lear’… This guy can play King Lear! People don’t expect that of him. He’s full of surprises.”
Praising Christopher Lloyd’s talent, Fox added, “He can tell a movie’s worth of story in two seconds and you get it. Us regular actors have to lay out hours and hours to get the information out. Chris is brilliant at it. His love of film and his love of being an actor… He’s not just a crazy guy, he’s an artist.”
Opening up about his personal journey, Fox revealed how the ensemble supported him after his Parkinson’s diagnosis. “Parkinson’s is the gift that keeps on taking.
But it’s a gift, and I wouldn’t change it for anything,” he remarked. “People like Chris have been there a lot for me, and so many of you have. It’s not about what I have, it’s about what I’ve been given: the voice to get this done, and help people out.”
