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Michael J. Fox Reflects on Back to the Future Casting

10/22/2025

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Michael J. Fox, actor, discussed casting for Back to the Future, noting his Family Ties schedule and that Eric Stoltz was replaced as Marty McFly after six weeks.
Fox said there was no animosity between Stoltz and him, noting they both committed to the role.
He revealed he contributed his Nike shoes to the look and called the film near-perfect with lasting cultural significance on Back to the Future Day.

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Michael J. Fox, actor, discussed casting for Back to the Future, noting his Family Ties schedule and that Eric Stoltz was replaced as Marty McFly after six weeks.
Fox said there was no animosity between Stoltz and him, noting they both committed to the role.
He revealed he contributed his Nike shoes to the look and called the film near-perfect with lasting cultural significance on Back to the Future Day.