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Adam Scott’s Unlikely Audition for *Hellraiser 6*: A Deep-Dive
5/3/2026, 12:28:52 PM
Adam Scott’s Attempt to Return to the *Hellraiser* Franchise
During a 2026 interview on *Late Night with Seth Meyers* promoting *Hokum*, Adam Scott said his agent sent him an audition for *Hellraiser 6* (the sixth film, *Hellraiser: Hellseeker*). Although he had played Jacques, a character killed in the fourth film *Hellraiser: Bloodline*, Scott chose to audition, noting he needed work and would “screw it.” He was not cast.
Early Role in *Hellraiser: Bloodline* (Background & Context)
In 1996, Scott debuted as Jacques in *Hellraiser: Bloodline*, the fourth entry of the series. The film portrayed his character as a servant who summons a demon before being killed. Scott later recalled a chaotic set, a mislabeled chair, and a delayed release, but said he was grateful for any job, even if the final product was “shitty.”
Timeline of Key Moments
- 1996 – *Hellraiser: Bloodline* released; Scott appears as Jacques, who dies.
- 2002 – Scott auditions for *Hellraiser: Hellseeker* (the sixth film) and tries to avoid recognition by a producer from the earlier film.
- 2026 – Scott discusses the audition on *Late Night with Seth Meyers* while promoting *Hokum*.
Numbers Behind the Franchise (Data & Statistics)
*Hellraiser: Bloodline* is the fourth film and the last theatrical release before the series moved to direct-to-video. *Hellraiser: Hellseeker* is the sixth film; it ultimately starred Dean Winters.
On-the-Ground Account (On-the-Ground-Reports)
Scott said he waited in the audition room, saw a producer from *Hellraiser 4*, and held up his papers, hoping the producer wouldn’t notice him. He described the moment as “very awkward.”
Official Statements & Responses
Scott noted he was unfamiliar with the Hellraiser lore but pursued the audition because he needed work. He said the experience showed how difficult it is to re-enter a franchise after a character’s death, and he accepted the outcome without regret. He mentioned his current projects, including *Hokum* and the upcoming third season of *Severance*.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
All sources agree Scott auditioned for *Hellraiser: Hellseeker* and was not cast. No producer comment explains why his earlier role was not a disqualifier, leaving that decision undocumented.
Verbatim Quotes
- “My agent sent me an audition for ‘Hellraiser 6,’ and I thought, ‘Wait a second… I was in ‘Hellraiser 4,’” — Adam Scott, Actor
- “I was kind of holding my papers up, thinking, ‘If he doesn’t see me and they think I’m good, maybe I’ll get it,’” — Adam Scott
- “I didn't know about Hellraiser, but I was like, 'Oh, this is an acting job,'” — Adam Scott
- “I think someone bites my face off.” — Adam Scott
What’s Next
*Hokum* is now in theaters, marking Scott’s latest horror role. He also confirmed that the third season of *Severance* will begin filming soon.
