Gremlins cast ages: How old were the actors then (and now)?

With the new Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai series coming to Max on May 23, we’re reminiscing on the hit 1984 Gremlins movie that started it all. What were the Gremlins cast ages at the time of the 1984 film? In the films, we were introduced to Gizmo, a creature who is known as a Mogwai and has important rules when it comes to caring for him.

These rules include not to get him wet, no feeding after midnight, and to keep them away from sunlight. Pretty simple, right? Until accidents occur that lead to evil Mogwai trying to take over the city. Now with the new series, we get to learn more about Gizmo and his beginnings.

Since we’re being introduced to Gizmo once more and some new characters, we are looking back at the cast of the original Gremlins movie.

The film originally debuted on June 8, 1984 and also garnered a sequel in 1990. Many of the same people did appear in both films. In fact Zach Galligan, who played the role of Billy Peltzer, who is gifted Gizmo in the first film, will also play a guest role in Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai when it is released on May 23, 2023.

How old is Zach Galligan in Gremlins (1984)?

At the time of the film’s release, Galligan was 20 years old, having been born on February 14, 1964. This would make him 26 for the film sequel and 59 for the prequel series. He is still acting to this day.

How old is Phoebe Cates in Gremlins (1984)?

When the film debuted, Cates was a month away from her 21st birthday so she was 20 when the film premiered. This would make her 27 in 1990 and she is currently 59 years old at the time of this writing. She is known for Fast Times At Ridgemont High and Drop Dead Fred. She hasn’t had acting credits since 2015.

How old is Hoyt Axton in Gremlins (1984)?

Axton had the role of Randall Peltzer, who buys Gizmo for his son and begins the chain of events that happen in the film. Born in 1938, he was 46 when the film premiered. Sadly, he passed away on October 26, 1999 at the age of 61.

How old is Frances Lee McCain in Gremlins (1984)?

McCain played Lynn Peltzer in the first film when she was 39 years old, celebrating her birthday a month after the film’s release. She also appeared in Back To The Future and Stand By Me. She is still acting to this day and is currently

How old is Keye Luke in Gremlins (1984)?

Actor Keye Luke played the shop owner Mr. Wing, who was the original owner of Gizmo and is the main character in Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai. Born in 1904, the film debuted two weeks before his 80th birthday. Sadly, he passed away at the age of 86 in 1991.

How old is Corey Feldman in Gremlins (1984)?

Known for The Goonies and Stand By Me, Feldman appeared in the film when he was nearly 13 years old. Today, he is currently 51 years old. While he doesn’t have a huge role in the film, he proves to be the catalyst for the events that occur.

For those who want to watch the films and have some nostalgia, you can find Gremlins on Max and Amazon Prime with a subscription.

Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai will be available on Max on May 23, 2023.