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Michael J. Fox Reflects on Back to the Future Tensions

12/28/2025

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Michael J. Fox's Future Boy recounts his collaboration with Crispin Glover on Back to the Future.
Fox recalls their early Family Ties work, where Glover's humor stood out.
Glover's unorthodox approach as George McFly created on-set tension by deviating from the script.
Glover says the film's message equating financial success with happiness drew hostility.
Nevertheless, his performance remains celebrated and captivates new audiences.

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Story summary

Michael J. Fox's Future Boy recounts his collaboration with Crispin Glover on Back to the Future.
Fox recalls their early Family Ties work, where Glover's humor stood out.
Glover's unorthodox approach as George McFly created on-set tension by deviating from the script.
Glover says the film's message equating financial success with happiness drew hostility.
Nevertheless, his performance remains celebrated and captivates new audiences.