Are you ready to take a trip down memory lane? Prepare to feel nostalgic and a whole lot older with our list of famous cast photos from then to now. From classic TV shows to blockbuster movies, we’ve rounded up some of the most iconic ensembles and checked in on what the stars look like today. Get ready for some serious “where did the time go?” moments, but don’t worry, we’ll keep it lighthearted and humorous. So, grab a snack, get cozy, and join us on this journey through the years.
Lord of the Rings
In 2017, the Lord of the Rings cast had a mini-reunion, and we all collectively lost our minds. Viggo Mortensen, Orlando Bloom, and Elijah Wood, just to name a few, all got together to reminisce about their time in Middle Earth.
Let’s be real; we were all just waiting for them to break into “The Song of Durin” or start reciting Elvish phrases. But alas, it was just a casual hangout. We can dream, though, can’t we?
Married… With Children
The Bundy family was back together again when they reconnected in 2014. The cast of Married… With Children, including Ed O’Neill, Katy Sagal, Christina Applegate, and David Faustino, reunited to celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary.
We can only imagine the hilarity that ensued as they reminisced about the dysfunctional family we all loved to watch. But let’s be real; we’re just waiting for a spin-off where we get to see what Bud Bundy is up to these days. Maybe he’s still trying to make it as a rapper or has finally found love. The possibilities are endless!
That ’70s Show
Get ready to flashback to the disco era because the cast of That ’70s Show reunited in 2013. Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, and the gang got together to celebrate the show’s 15th anniversary, and we were all transported back to the groovy days of bell bottoms and feathered hair.
Did they spend the day hanging out in Eric’s basement, eating cheese, and trying to come up with new ways to prank each other? Do they still listen to Led Zeppelin and wear tie-dye shirts? We need answers!
Friends
Could we BE any more excited? The cast of Friends has given us not one but two epic reunions before the official one recently! In 2004, we got to see the gang back together for the first time since the show ended, and in 2016, they reunited for a tribute to director James Burrows.
Imagine all the jokes and catchphrases thrown around as they caught up on each other’s lives. We’re all just waiting for that rumored revival where we get to see what Ross, Rachel, and the gang are up to now. Maybe Chandler’s a stay-at-home dad, or Phoebe’s a world-famous musician.
Pretty Woman
Big mistake. Huge! In 2016, the cast of Pretty Woman reunited, and we couldn’t help but feel a little nostalgic for the days when we all wanted to be Julia Roberts in a red dress. Julia and Richard Gere got together to celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary, and we’re sure they reminisced about that iconic shopping scene.
Honesty time! We’re just waiting for a sequel where Vivian returns as a successful businesswoman who’s still got an amazing fashion sense. Can you imagine the power suits and designer handbags? We’re ready for it.
Back to the Future
Great Scott! The cast of Back to the Future reunited to celebrate the film’s 31st anniversary back in 2016. Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, and even the DeLorean got back together to reminisce about their time-traveling adventures.
We think they probably spent the day making hoverboard jokes and trying to convince us all that we’d be driving flying cars by now. If you’re anything like us, you’re waiting for that day when we can hop in a time machine and go back to 1955 to see the Enchantment Under the Sea dance for ourselves. Hey, we can dream, can’t we?
School of Rock
It’s time to rock out! The cast of School of Rock reunited to celebrate the movie’s 10th anniversary in 2013. Jack Black, Miranda Cosgrove, and the rest of the gang got together to remember the good old days of playing air guitar and sticking it to the man.
We’re sure that the cast spent the day jamming out and trying to create new lyrics to “Math Is a Wonderful Thing”. How about a sequel where the kids are all grown up and running their own rock school? Can you imagine the epic Battle of the Bands that would ensue?
Ghostbusters
Who ya gonna call? The set of the Ghostbusters reboot in 2016 was also home to the reunion of the OG cast too! Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and the rest of the gang, in between shooting their cameos in the film, got together to remember the days of proton packs and ectoplasmic goo.
Though the movie didn’t meet many fans’ expectations (thankfully, we got a better sequel/reunion film just a few years later), seeing the gang back together was still a lot of fun!
Harry Potter
Accio reunion! In 2021, fans of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter got the reunion they’d been waiting for as the cast celebrated the film’s 20th anniversary. Though there weren’t any good quidditch matches or spellcasting, they enjoyed a little butter beer and getting caught up.
For those Potterheads out there, this sparked a desire for a new batch of movies, maybe following the next generation. Now, it looks like dedicated fans might be getting more Harry Potter content, sadly, with a different cast.
E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial
The E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial actors came together in 2012 to commemorate the movie’s 30th anniversary. Drew Barrymore, Henry Thomas, and the rest of the crew gathered together. They certainly were attractive, but we shouldn’t be shocked, given their youth when the film was released.
We hope they received at least a few tasty snacks that brought back wonderful memories! Maybe some desserts that taste like Reese’s Pieces?
The Princess Bride
As you wish, a reunion! In 2012, the cast of The Princess Bride reunited to celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary. Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, and the rest of the cast got together. We can only imagine they spent the day drinking and reminiscing about their daring stunts and hilarious one-liners.
Though we know there will never be another trip to this fantastic world, it’s nice to dream of what might happen if there were. Princess Buttercup and Westley, king and queen, ruled the kingdom with wit and charm. Will Inigo Montoya still be on a quest for revenge? Will Miracle Max have discovered the secret to eternal life?