Adam Scott Auditioned for Hellraiser VI After IV
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- Adam Scott auditioned for Hellraiser VI despite his 1996 Hellraiser IV role, hoping producers wouldn’t notice his previous death.
- Hellraiser VI ultimately passed on him, citing his performance rather than the continuity slip.
- Hokum opened in theaters on May 1, marking Scott’s return to horror after a decade of TV success.
- Apple TV confirmed a third season of Severance, with Scott slated to reprise his role.
- Seth Meyers hosted Scott on Late Night, where the actor shared the audition anecdote.
Why it matters: Adam Scott gains renewed horror‑genre visibility with Hokum’s May 1 release, boosting his marketability and potentially driving higher ticket sales and streaming subscriptions for Apple TV.
