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| “ | Hey McFly! I thought I told you never to come in here! | „ |
| ~ Biff after finding George in Lou’s Cafe |
| “ | 🎵There's somethin' that I'll destroy He's gonna pay; |
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| ~ Biff in the song Something About That Boy |
Buford "Biff" Howard Tannen is the main antagonist of Back to the Future: Musical, based on the classic film of the same name.
In the original Manchester and Westend cast he was played by Aidan Cutler. In the second Westend cast, he was played by Harry Jobson in August of 2022 and then Jordan Parson in August of 2023. Through all Broadway casts he was played by Nathaniel Hackmann. He is currently being played by Ethan Rogers in the North American Tour.
Biography[]
Original Timeline[]
Biff is first introduced in the musical when he bullies George McFly, Marty’s father, at the McFly household. As George’s boss, Biff orders him around, demonstrating his aggressive and domineering personality. This bullying behavior is a key trait of Biff throughout the musical. His interactions with George are humiliating, and Biff uses every opportunity to assert his dominance.
Revised Timeline[]
In 1955, Biff’s behavior mirrors what Marty witnessed in 1985, with teenage George still being tormented by Biff and his gang. Biff is shown as the leader of a group of troublemakers who frequently harass other students, particularly George. Marty witnesses Biff bullying George in the diner. Biff’s gang eagerly follows his lead, reinforcing his role as a typical high school bully.
Biff’s aggression escalates when he encounters Marty in 1955, seeing him as a threat to his dominance. When Marty stands up to Biff, it marks the beginning of a personal rivalry between the two. Biff is shocked by Marty’s bravery, as he’s unaccustomed to anyone defying him. His gang follows Biff’s lead in trying to intimidate Marty, but Marty manages to outwit them. This conflict with Marty intensifies Biff’s desire to get rid of him. Biff begins plotting to eliminate Marty from his life after hearing rumors about him. He grows increasingly hostile, seeing Marty as a threat to his control over George and his pursuit of Lorraine. Biff’s obsession with maintaining his superiority is highlighted through his attempts to manipulate those around him.
During the Hill Valley High School dance, Biff sees an opportunity to get rid of Marty and pursue Lorraine. He confronts Marty, locking him in a dumpster so that he can have Lorraine to himself. However, his actions backfire when George intervenes and, in a pivotal moment of courage, knocks Biff out with a single punch. This defeat is humiliating for Biff, as it marks the first time anyone has successfully stood up to him. George’s victory over Biff serves as a crucial turning point in the story, where the dynamic between the two characters shifts dramatically. After being knocked out by George, Biff’s control over the McFlys is completely shattered. He no longer has the upper hand, and George’s newfound confidence makes Biff’s bullying irrelevant. This defeat not only affects Biff in 1955 but also changes the trajectory of his life in the future. The power dynamic between Biff and George is reversed, and Biff becomes a much more subdued character.
By the time Marty returns to 1985, Biff is no longer the powerful bully he once was. Instead, he works for George, polishing his car and carrying out menial tasks. His subservience to George is a stark contrast to the domineering figure he was earlier in the musical. In this new 1985, Biff’s behavior toward the McFlys is completely different. He is now a timid and subservient figure, no longer exerting power over George or anyone else. His change in demeanor reflects the profound impact of George standing up to him in 1955.
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Biff Tannen's Gang/BiffCo Griff Tannen's Gang Buford Tannen's Gang Tannen Crime Family Others | ||