Fake Michael J. Fox account announces Back to the Future 4
A fake Facebook account impersonating Michael J. Fox announced on June 9 that a fourth Back to the Future film was in production, sparking excitement among fans and media before being revealed as a hoax. The desire for a sequel remains strong, fueled by a fan-made trailer that garnered two million views in ten days. Director Robert Zemeckis had previously stated the trilogy's conclusion was necessary. In 2015, Christopher Lloyd expressed willingness to reprise his role as Doc Brown, while Michael J. Fox said he would participate despite his Parkinson's diagnosis, contingent on Zemeckis directing and Bob Gale writing. The first film, released in 1985, earned $210 million at the box office, making it the highest-grossing film that year.
Key facts
- Fake Michael J. Fox Facebook account announced Back to the Future 4 on June 9, 2018.
- The account was fake, misleading fans and press.
- A fan-made trailer for Back to the Future 4 got 2 million views in 10 days.
- Robert Zemeckis had said the trilogy should end.
- Christopher Lloyd in 2015 said he would reprise Doc Brown.
- Michael J. Fox said he would participate despite Parkinson's, wanting Zemeckis and Gale involved.
- First Back to the Future film earned $210 million in 1985.
- Back to the Future II and III were filmed simultaneously due to Michael J. Fox's schedule.
Entities
Artists
- Michael J. Fox
- Christopher Lloyd
- Robert Zemeckis
- Bob Gale
- Marty McFly
- Doc Brown
Institutions
- Hollywood Reporter
- Artribune