THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Back to the Future' 35 years later

Abby MonteilJul 21, 2020, 03:30 IST

Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd starred in 1985's "Back to the Future."Universal Pictures

The classic '80s sci-fi movie "Back to the Future" first hit theaters in July of 1985.
It starred Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly, a teenager who is accidentally sent back in time and interferes with his parents' lives.
Fox has had guest roles in a number of shows in recent years, including "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "The Good Wife," and "Survivor."
Most of the cast members still act as well.

Since it was released in July 1985, "Back to the Future" has solidified itself as a sci-fi classic.

The movie, in which '80s teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) accidentally time-travels back to the '50s and interferes with his parents' first meeting, went on to earn millions worldwide and received four Oscar nominations. It was also a major star vehicle for Fox, who went on to appear in the movie's two sequels.

Keep reading to see what the cast has been up to since the "Back to the Future" made its big screen debut 35 years ago.

Michael J. Fox starred as Marty McFly, the movie's time-traveling protagonist.

Marty McFly ends up temporarily stranded in 1955. Universal Pictures

Fox eventually stepped back from acting, but starred on his own NBC sitcom from 2013 to 2014.

Michael J. Fox attends the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival. Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images for Tribeca Film Festival

Christopher Lloyd played eccentric inventor Emmett "Doc" Brown.

Doc invented the movie's DeLorean time machine. Universal Pictures

Lloyd reprised the role of Doc several times, while also appearing in other big '80s and '90s movies.

Christopher Lloyd attends The British Independent Film Awards in 2016. Karwai Tang/WireImage

Lea Thompson portrayed Marty's mother, Lorraine Baines-McFly, in both timelines.

Lorraine unknowingly develops a crush on her future son. Universal Pictures

Wells starred on Freeform's "Switched at Birth" and also works as a director.

Lea Thompson attends the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

Crispin Glover was George McFly, Marty's shy father.

Marty helps his teenage father work up the courage to confess his feelings for Lorraine. Universal Pictures

Glover recently had a recurring role on the Starz series "American Gods."

Cristin Glover attends a screening of Lionsgate's "Bombshell" in 2019. Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

Thomas F. Wilson starred as bully Biff Tannen.

Biff often harassed George McFly at school. Universal Pictures

Wilson has appeared on shows like "Spongebob SquarePants" and The CW's "Legends of Tomorrow."

Thomas F. Wilson attends 2017's London Film and Comic Con. Neil Mockford/Getty Images

Claudia Wells played Marty's girlfriend, Jennifer Parker.

Claudia Wells played Jennifer in "Back to the Future," but Elisabeth Shue took over the role in its sequels. Universal Pictures

Although Wells has mostly taken a hiatus from acting, she currently has several projects lined up.

Claudia Wells attends 2019's New Jersey Horror Con. Bobby Bank/Getty Images

James Tolkan portrayed strict high school principal Mr. Strickland.

Mr. Strickland worked at Gerald Strickland in both 1955 and 1985. Universal Pictures

Tolkan was in "Top Gun," and has had a few recent starring roles.

James Tolkan attends the 2019 New Jersey Horror Con And Film Festival. Bobby Bank/Getty Images

Marc McClure played Marty's older brother, Dave McFly, who was also in danger of being erased from time.

Dave McFly is the eldest McFly child. Universal Pictures

McClure has had notable roles in films like "Freaky Friday" and "Justice League."

Marc McClure attends 2018's San Diego Comic Con. Chris Delmas/AFP via Getty Images

Wendie Jo Sperber appeared as Linda McFly, Marty's older sister.

Linda McFly is the middle McFly child. Universal Pictures

Sperber died of breast cancer in November 2005.

Wendie Jo Sperber attended the 2004 "WeSparkle Night - Take III" benefit. Jean-Paul Aussenard/WireImage

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