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'Back to the Future' Turns 40, and Our Top Time-Travel Moments

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The Casting Dilemma: Marty McFly's Alternate Reality

This chapter explores the casting choices for the iconic role of Marty McFly in 'Back to the Future,' focusing on the initial selection of Eric Stoltz and the eventual pivot to Michael J. Fox. The discussion highlights the impact of these decisions on the film's comedic essence and speculates on how the movie might have differed had Stoltz stayed in the role.

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