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Michael J. Fox

Born
1961
  • Also:
  • Producer
73
Credits on file
6
Decades active
18
Awards

In short · Acting since 1975, 6 decades active, 73 credits, 18 Primetime Emmy Award wins.

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  1. In the news

    Michael J. Fox Joins Voice Cast of Animated Film 'Dragoons'

    “Michael J. Fox is set to voice the lead character, Dougie, in the upcoming CG animated feature film 'Dragoons' from Icon Creative Studios. The film follows Dougie, an ordinary worker at WizCorp, who undergoes a transformation after a freak accident involving his new apprentice, Dart. The incident awakens something extraordinary within Dart, leading to unexpected changes for Dougie. The official description hints at a story centered on Dougie's journey as he becomes a mighty dragon. Fox's involvement adds a well-known voice actor to the project, raising anticipation for the film's release. 'Dragoons' is expected to showcase a blend of humor and adventure, with Fox's iconic voice lending a familiar touch to the animated world.”

  2. Award win

    Academy Awards — Oscar — Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award

  3. Award win

    Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series

  4. Award win

    Primetime Emmy Award — Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

  5. Award win

    Golden Globe Award — Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy

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Biography

Michael J. Fox is a Canadian-American actor and activist known for his work in film and television. He gained fame in the 1980s for his role as Alex P. Keaton on the NBC sitcom *Family Ties* (1982–1989) and as Marty McFly in the *Back to the Future* film trilogy (1985–1990). Fox also appeared in films such as *Teen Wolf* (1985), *The Secret of My Success* (1987), *Casualties of War* (1989), *Doc Hollywood* (1991), and *The Frighteners* (1996). In the 1990s, he returned to television with the lead role of Mike Flaherty on the ABC sitcom *Spin City* (1996–2000).

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Actor

43 credits

Producer

1 credit

Other crew

3 credits

Awards & Nominations

18 wins

Primetime Emmy Award

Golden Globe Award

  • Won2000Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy — Michael J. Fox
  • Won1999Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy — Michael J. Fox
  • Won1998Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy — Michael J. Fox
  • Won1989Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy — Michael J. Fox

Screen Actors Guild Award

  • Won2000Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series — Michael J. Fox
  • Won1999Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series — Michael J. Fox
More awards & festivals (7) — regional academies & film-festival prizes

Golden Globe Awards

  • Won2000Golden Globe — Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy
  • Won1999Golden Globe — Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy
  • Won1998Golden Globe — Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy
  • Won1989Golden Globe — Best Actor – Television Series Musical or Comedy

Academy Awards

  • Won2022Oscar — Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award

People S Choice Awards

Kids Choice Award

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