Christopher Lloyd Recalls Watching ‘Back to the Future Part III’ with Princess Diana

Actor Christopher Lloyd recently shared a memorable royal encounter, recalling the time he watched the 1990 film *Back to the Future Part III* alongside Princess Diana at its London premiere. Lloyd discussed the experience during an appearance on *Jimmy Kimmel Live!*, coinciding with the release of his new memoir, *In My Own Time*.

A Royal Movie Premiere

• Film: *Back to the Future Part III*
• Original Language: English
• Director: Robert Zemeckis (implied by franchise history, though unstated in the immediate text context)
• Cast Featured in Text: Christopher Lloyd, Michael J. Fox, Thomas F. Wilson, Mary Steenburgen
• Theatrical Release Year Mentioned: 1990

According to Lloyd, Michael J. Fox was unable to attend the London premiere, leaving Lloyd to step forward and meet Princess Diana in the greeting line. The actor recalled that they sat together during the screening. He praised her presence, stating, "She deserved to be a princess. She had that stature, a wonderful feeling about her."

The Moment That Made Her Laugh

Lloyd recounted being astonished by which scene prompted the biggest laugh from Princess Diana during the screening. In the movie, Thomas F. Wilson’s character, Buford “Mad Dog” Tannen, collapses into a cart full of manure—a comedic callback across the franchise.

"For her, it was the biggest laugh of the movie," Lloyd said. "And I thought, this is royalty. She’s human."

Practical Implications and Verification

Readers interested in the broader context of Christopher Lloyd’s career and his reflections can look into his recently published memoir, *In My Own Time*, which is currently available where books are sold. To verify historical details regarding Princess Diana’s attendance at various film premieres throughout the 1980s and 1990s, film historians and enthusiasts can consult archival news reports and authorized biographies detailing royal patronages of cinema events.