Match

Lore & Background

In the 1955 timeline, Match is part of Biff Tannen's gang, which also includes Skinhead (Jeffrey Jay Cohen) and 3-D (Casey Siemaszko). The gang is shown harassing George McFly, including an incident where Biff forces himself onto Lorraine at the school dance. After George knocks Biff unconscious, the gang's dominance is broken. Match does not appear in the 1985 portion of the film, and the source does not describe any alternate 1985 timeline involvement for him.

In Their Own Story

The source does not provide a narrative scene for Match beyond his role as a member of Biff's gang in 1955. He is present during the school dance when Biff assaults Lorraine, and after George McFly punches Biff, the gang's power is effectively ended.

Reader's Guide

Match is one of three named henchmen in Biff Tannen's 1955 gang, portrayed by Billy Zane. His role is limited to supporting Biff's bullying of George McFly and other students. The source does not describe any dialogue, specific actions, or appearances outside the 1955 portion of the film. His defining moment is tied to the gang's collective defeat when George McFly stands up to Biff at the school dance.

Did You Know?

• Match is portrayed by Billy Zane, who appears in the 1955 portion of Back to the Future.
• Match is one of three named members of Biff Tannen's gang, alongside Skinhead (Jeffrey Jay Cohen) and 3-D (Casey Siemaszko).
• The source does not mention Match appearing in any alternate 1985 timeline or in the sequels.
• Match's role is limited to the 1955 school dance scene, where Biff forces himself onto Lorraine before being knocked out by George McFly.