Staff Picks: Future Boy: Back to the Future and My Journey Through the Space-Time Continuum by Michael J. Fox

Growing up in the late 80s-early 90s, Back to the Future is a classic that I have seen many times and still quote to my children today. Michael J. Fox held many roles throughout his career but the one he is most known for is Marty McFly in Back to the Future. His new memoir, Future Boy: Back to the Future and My Journey Through the Space-Time Continuum is a perfect listen for fans of the film. 

In 1985, Michael J. Fox was offered his first movie role as the now iconic Marty McFly in Back to the Future. However, he was already committed to the show Family Ties playing the conservative son to 60s era parents Steven and Elyse Keaton. Fox recounts the grueling schedule of being Alex P. Keaton during the day and transforming into Marty McFly at night while trying not to lose himself along the way. He also discusses the challenge of convincing his costars, all established movie actors, that a television actor can replace a previous actor for this star role. The audiobook is read by Fox himself and includes movie clips and interviews from the cast and crew.

Jessica Giles

Circulation Supervisor

Cumming Library