Future Boy

Back to the Future and My Journey Through the Space-Time Continuum

By: Michael J. Fox, Nelle Fortenberry

Narrated by: Michael J. Fox

A poignant, heartfelt, and funny memoir about how, in 1985, Michael J. Fox brought to life two iconic roles simultaneously—Alex P. Keaton in Family Ties and Marty McFly in Back to the Future. Read by Michael J. Fox, this program features renowned clips from Back to the Future, plus interviews with the cast and crew of these legendary film and TV productions. Hear this amazing true story as only Michael J. Fox can tell it.

In early 1985, Michael J. Fox was one of the biggest stars on television. His world was about to get even bigger, but only if he could survive the kind of double duty unheard of in Hollywood. Fox's days were already dedicated to rehearsing and taping the hit sitcom Family Ties, but then the chance of a lifetime came his way. Soon, he committed his nights to a new time-travel adventure film being directed by Robert Zemeckis and produced by Steven Spielberg—Back to the Future. Sitcom during the day, movie at night—day after day, for months.

Fox's nightly commute from a soundstage at Paramount to the back lot at Universal Studios, from one dream job to another, would become his own space-time continuum. It was in this time portal that Alex P. Keaton handed the baton to Marty McFly while Michael J. Fox tried to catch a few minutes of sleep. Alex's bravado, Marty's flair, and Fox's comedic virtuosity all swirled together to create something truly special.

In Future Boy, Fox tells the remarkable story of playing two landmark roles at the same time—a slice of entertainment history that's never been told. Using new interviews with the cast and crew of both projects, the result is a vividly drawn and eye-opening story of creative achievement by a beloved icon.

Excerpts and quotes from the Back to the Future, Copyright 1985 Universal City Studios, Inc., Courtesy of Universal Studios Licensing LLC

A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books

It felt like you are sitting there listening in on a conversation

This was a really good audiobook… I think it is better as an audiobook than an actual book… because it gives you the opportunity to hear the actual people talk and clips of the movie and that helps draw you into the story.

Reliving the movie and cast truly amazing.

"Future Boy" by Michael J. Fox is an absolute masterpiece that whisks you away on a time-traveling adventure through the making of the iconic Back to the Future franchise! With his signature wit and charm, Fox brings to life the grueling yet exhilarating experience of juggling two landmark roles simultaneously - Alex P. Keaton in Family Ties and Marty McFly in Back to the Future. This book is a love letter to fans, packed with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, fascinating insights, and nostalgic Easter eggs that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. Fox's writing is as effortless as it is captivating, making you feel like you're hanging out on set with the cast and crew. A huge thank you to Michael J. Fox for sharing this incredible journey with us - "Future Boy" is an unmissable treat for any Back to the Future enthusiast again thank you M.J.Fox

R.L.Rosso

A Great Stroll Down Memory Lane!

If you’re a fan of Back To The Future, you’ll love this book! It was like sitting with old friends and listening to old stories. This definitely a must listen to for anyone who loves behind the scenes and just simply hearing it from the perspective of someone who lived it.

Told as only Michael J Fox can

This is a great book. As a fan of the BTTF trilogy since I saw part 2 (I was only 7 when the first film came out, and later watched on VHS), this was everything a fan could want and more. Thank you, Mike for telling us your story about your experience filming the movie. I felt like you were right there with me talking about all those months 40 years ago. Back to the Future will always be my favorite movie of all time, and it's your performance as well as the rest of the amazing cast,writers and crew that made it what it was and still is today.

Magnificent!

I absolutely love, love, love, this book! I especially loved listening to Michael J Fox’s reading of it! He was vivacious and full of life and spunky as we all know him to be! It was wonderful to hear his story and feel like I was right there in the room with him.