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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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Brian Conley Will Join BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL in August
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025

Stage and screen star Brian Conley will play Doctor Emmett Brown in BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre beginning in August. Learn more here!
Video: Netflix Drops First Six Minutes of WEDNESDAY Season 2; Lady Gaga's Role Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

Netflix recently previewed the anticipated second season of Wednesday by sharing the first six minutes of the new season at Netflix Tudum 2025. Watch it here.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Comes To Providence Performing Arts Center In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025

Now heading into its second year on the road, BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical has its destination set for the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) from Tuesday, June 10 to Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
Video: Behind the Scenes of WEDNESDAY Season 2 in New Addams Family Featurette
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2025

Netflix has debuted a new featurette of Wednesday Season 2, including interviews with Director Tim Burton, Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzmán, Showrunners Al Gough & Miles Millar and more. Watch it now!
GUNS & MOSES Thriller Film Sets Summer Theatrical Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025

Guns & Moses, the upcoming action-thriller from Pictures From The Fringe and Concourse Media, is set to hit theaters nationwide on July 18, 2025, following its Cannes World Premiere.
Shakespeare & Company to Host Second-Annual Free Community Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025

Shakespeare & Company will hold its second-annual Community Day, a free, family-friendly celebration. Learn more about the free event and see how to attend!
Photos/Video: WEDNESDAY Season 2 First-Look Photos and Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025

Netflix has shared new first-look photos and the first teaser for the second season of Tim Burton's Wednesday, which follows the titular character, played by Jenna Ortega, as she returns to prowl the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy. Take a look at the photos and trailer here!
Cena, Carpenter, BACK TO THE FUTURE Reunion Expand FAN EXPO Philadelphia Celebrity Guest List
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025

With one month to go and counting, the FAN EXPO Philadelphia celebrity lineup today grew in three major directions with the addition of WWE wrestling legend John Cena and more. Learn more!
Roger Bart and More Will Lead BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical Australian Cast
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2025

Tony Award winner Roger Bart will don the boiler suit and voice-activate the time travelling DeLorean for the Australian Premiere season of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical.
Video: Watch John Mulaney Interview 11 Willy Lomans on EVERYBODY'S LIVE
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 27, 2025

On the inaugural episode of Everybody's Live with John Mulaney, the comedian gathered an eclectic and diverse group of people in a room that all shared one thing in common: they played the iconic character of Willy Loman in a production of Death of a Salesman. Watch the segment!
Photos: Roundabout Honors Danny DeVito at 2025 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 11, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated it 2025 Gala, honoring Danny DeVito. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night, which included a special performance from Josh Groban. Check out photos here!
Modern Classics Theatre to Present CLUE at at BACCA Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025

Get ready for an evening of intrigue, comedy, and classic whodunit suspense as Clue comes to life at BACCA Arts Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE BLUE PARTS Reading Reveals Cast
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

The cast has been announced for an upcoming reading of The Blue Parts, created by playwright Liba Vaynberg & director Dina Vovsi. Learn more about the reading and the cast here!
Mary Steenburgen & Pamela Moller Kareman to be Honored by The Neighborhood Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025

The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre will present the first-ever Sanford Meisner Awards, honoring the extraordinary achievements and legacy of Mary Steenburgen and Pamela Moller Kareman, at their 2025 Benefit Gala. Learn more!
Review: CLUE LIVE ON STAGE at Bass Concert Hall
by Joni Lorraine - Jan 16, 2025

Our story begins with a board game originally invented in 1943 by Anthony Pratt, a British musician who envisioned a murder-mystery game to entertain people during air-raid shelter stays in World War II. The game, originally called Cluedo (a mashup of 'clue' and 'ludo,' meaning 'I play' in Latin), was later licensed by Parker Brothers and became the beloved classic we know as Clue.
Caden Brauch Joins West End Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE as Marty McFly
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

A global search is underway for the next Marty McFly, to celebrate the numerous productions of BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical worldwide. Plus, Caden Brauch will join the West End cast as Marty McFly from Monday 10 February 2025.
Lucas Hallauer Joins BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour as Marty McFly
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

Lucas Hallauer will assume the role of Marty McFly in the North American Tour of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical in Denver, CO. Caden Brauch will play his final tour performance as Marty McFly in Denver.
BACK TO THE FUTURE Comes to the Bushnell in June 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will arrive in Hartford as part of the 2025-26 Broadway Season. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Huey Lewis Adds 'Power' To Fan Expo New Orleans Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2024

FAN EXPO New Orleans fans are ready to go 'Back in Time' with the largest gathering ever of Back to the Future stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Interview: Britani Bateman Heard 'Bravo' on Broadway Before REAL HOUSEWIVES OF SALT LAKE CITY
by Michael Major - Dec 18, 2024

Long before Britani Bateman was seen on the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, she was doing musical theatre like Miss Saigon, Little Mermaid, and more. Read the interview now where she talks Broadway, Bronwyn Newport's allegations, and more.

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 Kasper.

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