A Friendship Across Decades
In a moment that feels like stepping out of a DeLorean, Back to the Future stars Mary Steenburgen and Christopher Lloyd have reconnected, delighting fans of the iconic sci-fi trilogy. The pair, who famously starred together in 1990’s Back to the Future Part III, recently shared photos of their meeting, highlighting a bond that began long before their time-traveling adventures.
The reunion marks 36 years since the conclusion of the franchise, but for Steenburgen and Lloyd, the connection goes back even further—nearly half a century. Steenburgen took to social media to celebrate their 50-year friendship, reflecting on their long history in the industry.
From 'Goin' South' to the Wild West
The roots of their relationship stretch back to 1987 when they starred together in the film Goin' South. Steenburgen shared that Lloyd has been a supportive friend since that very first project. The two later became etched in pop culture history as Clara Clayton and Emmett 'Doc' Brown in the final installment of the Back to the Future series.
- Steenburgen and Lloyd's friendship spans nearly five decades.
- They first worked together on the 1987 film Goin' South.
- The actors reunited 36 years after the theatrical release of Back to the Future Part III.
- The shared photos offer a rare, nostalgic look at the duo in 2026.
He once joked that he would need to time travel in order to work with me again.
— Mary Steenburgen