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Christopher Lloyd

Birth Place: Stamford, CT, USA

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Christopher Allen Lloyd (born October 22, 1938) is an American actor. He has appeared in many theater productions, films, and on television since the 1960s. He is known for portraying Dr. Emmett "Doc" Brown in the Back to the Future trilogy (1985–1990) and Jim Ignatowski in the comedy series Taxi (1978–1983), for which he won two Emmy Awards.



Lloyd came to public attention in Northeastern theater productions during the 1960s and early 1970s, earning Drama Desk and Obie awards for his work. He made his cinematic debut in One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) and went on to star as Commander Kruge in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984), Professor Plum in Clue (1985), Judge Doom in Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988), Uncle Fester in The Addams Family (1991) and its sequel Addams Family Values (1993), Switchblade Sam in Dennis the Menace (1993), Mr. Goodman in Piranha 3D (2010), Bill Crowley in I Am Not a Serial Killer (2016) and David Mansell in Nobody (2021).

Lloyd earned a third Emmy for his 1992 guest appearance as Alistair Dimple in Road to Avonlea (1992), and won an Independent Spirit Award for his performance in Twenty Bucks (1993). He has done extensive voice work, including Merlock in DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp (1990), Grigori Rasputin in Anastasia (1997), the Hacker in the PBS Kids series Cyberchase (2002–present), which earned him Daytime Emmy nominations, and the Woodsman in the Cartoon Network miniseries Over the Garden Wall (2014).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2013
Azdak


[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2002
Carl Bolton


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1977
Bill Cracker


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1977
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1969


Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Performance

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News


Lesley Ann Warren to Join CLUE Screening at the Marcus Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of CLUE: The Movie, original film star Lesley Ann Warren (Miss Scarlett) will travel to the Marcus Performing Arts Center for a special screening of the fan favorite film.
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 27, 2025

Just missing 'Back to the Future Day' on 21 October (the date Marty McFly and Doc Brown travel to in the sequel), the iconic film Back to the Future film is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. A re-release is coming to cinemas at the end of this month and the stage version keeps on growing, showing the public appetite for this beloved film shows no signs of slowing down.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL To Make Bass Hall Debut In March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025

Back to the Future: The Musical will bring its high-voltage spectacle to Fort Worth’s Bass Performance Hall March 24–29, 2026, as part of the Broadway at the Bass Season.
Gok Wan Will Join BACK TO THE FUTURE Musical Cast to Celebrate Back to the Future Day
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

Presenter, stylist and actor Gok Wan will make a special cameo appearance as ‘Principal Strickland' to celebrate Back to the Future Day at the Adelphi Theatre on Monday 20 October.
Lesley Ann Warren to Host 40th Anniversary Screenings of CLUE THE MOVIE
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 15, 2025

In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of CLUE: The Movie, original star Lesley Ann Warren (Miss Scarlett) will travel across the country to select cities to host special screenings of the fan favorite film in Ultra High Definition.
Deaf West Theatre and Pace University to Launch Artist-in-Residence Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Beginning this fall, Pace University’s Sands College of Performing Arts and Deaf West Theatre are launching an artist-in-residence program focused on bridging performance and accessibility in musical theater training. Learn more!
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL Is A Fabulously Fun Adaptation of the 1985 Film
by Jade Kops - Oct 5, 2025

Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale’s time travelling movie is given a musical theatre makeover with BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL.
BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL Launches First UK Tour at Milton Keynes Theatre, February 2027
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

Lead producer Colin Ingram, together with Back to the Future creators Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, have announced that the Olivier Award-winning Back to the Future The Musical will embark on its first-ever UK tour, opening at Milton Keynes Theatre from Tuesday 9 – Saturday 27 February 2027.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Will Launch UK Tour in 2026
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Lead producer Colin Ingram, together with Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, the creators of the Back To The Future film trilogy, just announced the first ever UK tour of the multi award-winning BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical,
BACK TO THE FUTURE Returning to Theaters for 40th Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2025

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, the 1985 film, which inspired the Broadway musical, is returning to theaters nationwide this October.
Video: WEDNESDAY Season 2 Part 2 Trailer Reveals Return of Major Character
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025

Netflix has unveiled the trailer for Part 2 of Wednesday Season 2, officially revealing the return of fan-favorite character Principal Weems. Check out the trailer now.
Broadway Streaming Guide August 2025 - Where to Watch the New PEANUTS Musical & More
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 4, 2025

This August, Broadway fans can enjoy another month of summer streaming titles with highly anticipated new seasons of shows like Tim Burton's Wednesday to the first Peanuts musical in 37 years on Apple TV+. Check out the movies, television, and music coming to streaming this August!
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre
by Samantha Wu - Jul 30, 2025

Great Scott! Set your DeLorean time circuit to Summer 2025 as the cinematic blockbuster Back to the Future crash lands in Toronto at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre. Winner of the 2022 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Back to the Future: The Musical is adapted to the stage by the movie's creators Bob Gale and Robert Zemeckis and directed by Tony Award Winner John Rando. 
Previews: ZURÜCK IN DIE ZUKUNFT " IN CONCERT at Various
by Konstantin Georgiou - Jul 30, 2025

Erlebe den Blockbuster wie nie zuvor, begleitet von Alan Silvestris einmaligem Soundtrack – von einem 65-köpfigen Symphonieorchester live gespielt, während der Film auf der großen Leinwand synchron aufgeführt wird. Erlebe zur Feier des 40.
Netflix Renews WEDNESDAY for Season 3 Ahead of Season 2 Debut
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 23, 2025

Netflix has ordered a third season of Wednesday, the Addams Family-inspired series following Jenna Ortega's Wednesday Addams. Season 3 details, casting, and additional information will be shared at a later time.
Yeston and Kopit's PHANTOM to be Presented at The Gateway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025

Experience Yeston and Kopit’s opulent PHANTOM, on stage at The Gateway Playhouse in Bellport, NY in August. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Video/Photos: WEDNESDAY Season 2 Official Trailer with Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2025

Netflix has released the official trailer for Season 2 of Wednesday, with a soundtrack featuring the iconic organ part from Broadway's The Phantom of the Opera. Check it out, along with new photos of the cast!
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE Rewinds the Clock at Pittsburgh CLO
by Greg Kerestan - Jul 2, 2025

If you don't know the capsule plot of Back to the Future yet, close this review and go pull it up for streaming, or check TBS (Back to the Future is almost always running on TBS these days).
Maddie Grace Jepson Joins BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025

TikTok sensation and actor Maddie Grace Jepson will play Lorraine Baines in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August.
Video: Christopher Lloyd, Dermot Mulroney, & More Star in GUNS & MOSES Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2025

The official trailer has been released for Guns & Moses, a gripping action-thriller starring Christopher Lloyd and Dermot Mulroney. The movie is hitting theaters nationwide on July 18. Watch the trailer now.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Christopher Lloyd been in?

Christopher Lloyd has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Christopher Lloyd been in?

Christopher Lloyd has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Christopher Lloyd been nominated for?

and Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Kasper.

What awards has Christopher Lloyd won?

Christopher Lloyd won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Performance for his role in Kaspar.

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