Cary Elwes (2014)

Did Kevin Costner ever say anything about you being the better Robin Hood, because you can speak with an English accent?

In the poison drinking scene in "Princess Bride" what was actually in the cup that you drank?

Mr. Elwes, did you ever find out the truth behind the character Pierre Despereaux from Psych? Was he really a con artist?

Also have you ever said, "As you wish," to your wife?

And what was it like working with Mel Brooks?

Hi Cary, please share, were you ever able to figure out how to do the CLAW correctly?

Mr. Elwes, you were my sexual awakening as a teenage girl watching Men In Tights. And The Princess Bride. Oh heavens I loved everything you were in.
Was it hard to keep a straight face during filming Men In Tights? Any wonderful stories from the set?

Are you, in fact, the most dashing man who has ever lived?

Hi Mr. Elwes, I have two questions for you.
1. I've heard your name pronounced a number of different ways, sometimes one syllable and sometimes two. What is something that the correct pronunciation rhymes with?
2. I have loved a great number of your works, but was especially excited to see you on Psych. Was there anything that stood out to you in that experience as unique to that particular show, versus other shows or movies you've worked on?
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Cary Love your movies Robin HoodMen In tights , The Crush , Saw and my favortie The Princess Bride! Can you tells us more about Andre The Giant and how much he could drink and what? Thanks Ps the claw is coming to get you!

craziest fan story ?

If you were asked to return as Robin Hood in Robin Hood 2: Men in Slacks (Working Title), would you reprise the role? But seriously, there needs to be a sequel!

What was it like working on the original Saw movie, and seeing such a low-budget production go on to become such an incredibly profitable franchise over the years? Did you and the others involved feel like it would be a success? Thanks for doing this!

Any good Billy Crystal stories?

Do you still know the dance from Robin Hood: Men in Tights?

Also, thanks for the Princess Bride. It's my favourite movie of all time.

If you were to appear on Comedy Central's Drunk History, what historical person would you talk about?

Does Wallace Shawn's voice really sound like that?

Any funny stories from the set of Liar Liar you care to talk about?

Mr. Elwes, thanks for doing an ama! I remember your work from the Studio Ghibli Film, The Cat Returns. How did you enjoy doing voice work versus on screen acting?

Hello Cary,
One of the best episodes of "Seinfeld" included you and Debra Messing as guest stars.
Will you share a little information about how you came to star in that episode or a story or two about working with the cast?
Thanks!

Hey Cary!

Just wanted to share my story how I got to meet you in my hometown Kraków in Poland while you were filming the John Paul II movie there back in 2004. Thank you for an autograph and taking the photo with me HERE.
I grew up watching Men In Tights on a repeat and to meet you was definitely one of the coolest and most surreal experiences of my life therefore thanks a milion for being so nice. I told you back then I loved when you did "Liar, Liar" with Jim Carrey and...

...My question is if you're ever planning to work with Jim again? Don't wanna sound stalker-ish but few years ago I saw on his Twitter that you guys were still hanging out.

BTW Very much looking forward to "A Bit of Bad Luck"!
Stay cool, you're awesome.

I already plan to, but let's pretend that isn't true: why should I buy your book?

Thanks for the reply . Do you still think ROUS don't exist ? That was a great fight scene . I bet the guy in the suit wasn't to happy getting punched lol.

How does it feel to be a Robin Hood that can actually speak in an English accent?

What is your opinion on the existence of R.O.U.S.'s?

What was the best part about "Hot Shots?"

Hi Cary!

Thank you so much for doing this AMA! You've been in so many things over the years, and so many of my favorites, I have to ask.

What has been your favorite project and why is it The Princess Bride?

Really though, which project was the most challenging for you, and why?

Do you have any memorable moments with fans? If so, what made the experience memorable?

Is there a particular funny story about working with Mel Brooks?

Shadow of the Vampire was an underrated gem, it was almost a love love letter the silent movie era, can you tell us anything interesting about working on that? Any stories about the cast?

You also voiced The Baron in the English dubs of Whisper of the Heart and The Cat Returns, was doing voice work challenging?

Is there any particular movie or TV genre that you haven't done yet but would like to?

Carey! You probably won't remember, but my girlfriend and I got the opportunity to be your drivers at Dragon-Con. While in my van, you mentioned that your book is coming out and then we had a lovely chat about André, his enormous leathery ballsack, Samuel Beckett, and the diaspora of talent transferring from film to television. Talking with you was a wonderful experience and I will definitely be grabbing a copy of your book as soon as I am able.

I have a few questions, one of which I believe I asked you in the van, but here goes:

If you could play a character in the Marvel universe, who would you choose?

You and your wife are one of the most attractive and talented couples I've ever seen, do you still attend chili cook offs?

Do you prefer the beach or mountains?

Do you have a favorite lesser known travel destination?

Do you have a favorite book?

And of course what is your favorite food (Entree and Junk food option)?

Thanks! We hope to see you at Dragon-Con again next year!

Hi, Cary! Thanks for doing this AMA. What is your favorite place that you've traveled to? Also, what's your favorite movie?

Hello!

First off, I'm a huge Princess Bride fan and cannot wait to read your book! I'm a high school teacher,and I always try to find a way to show The Princess Bride to my classes to expose new generations to this timeless story and movie.

Anyway! My question. I remember reading a few years ago about you performing in the live read of The Princess Bride as Prince Humperdinck. What was it like for you to revisit the story again and play the villain?

Hello, I loved your work in Psych, and Princess Bride.

Any fun behind the scenes moments from either of those?

Hi Cary! Long time fan of your work.

Two quick q’s:

1. It seems as though costume pieces are a prerequisite to acting in the U.K. Did you enjoy doing such works, specifically a piece like Lady Jane?

2. You’ve played good and bad guys. We have to admit we love both but you do a really great job playing “the baddies.” What draws you to characters like Jonas in Twister and Nick Ruskin in Kiss the Girls?

Do you have a favorite Errol Flynn film?

Thanks for doing this AMA!

I've introduced The Princess Bride to the current generations of Japanese university students. Many of them are into horror and recognize you from Saw.

My question is about Dracula. What was it like hearing the various attempts at a UK accent by the non-Brits on set?

Hi Cary! I met you a few times when you were here in SLC, UT for Comic Con! I dunno if you remember me, but you gave me like a million hugs (Thank you!!!) As we talked about having confidence and self esteem issues... You mentioned that you too have had similar issues, (even though it's hard to believe with you being so handsome and talented!) You told me that meditation helps, is there anything else you do that helps?! Also, what's the most extreme thing you've done to get into a character, and which character was it?! Thank you- Jax

Cary, one of my favorite movies of yours is twister. In this movie you play a rather different role from all of your others. Did you enjoy filming twister?

Hi, Cary. What are your favourite horror movies? Are you a fan of horror genre?

I loved your role as Brad Follmer on the X-Files. Do you have any favorite memories from working on the show?

Hi Cary,

I am a big fan of your work. Do you have any funny stories to tell about filming The Princess Bride?

Thank you for doing this!

Cary, can you tell us something about you that we don't know, and something we'd never guess? ;)

So, how many beers do you think you drank with André while filming The Princess Bride?

Hello Mr. Cary Elwes! (Or is it Rocky..?)
First of all, I still LOVE The Princess Bride and it's remained one of my favorite movies since my nana introduced me to it.
What was your favorite thing about the production of that movie? I would love to know.

Hey Mr. Elwes!

You have been in a diverse range of movies. What was your favorite movie/part to be a part of?

Hi Cary. I met you at Salt Lake City Comic Con. I was the very frazzled girl who had the president of the Cary Elwes fan club card from 1994. First off, thank you so much for being so sweet and kind (once a president, always a president!). You made my con.
I have been checking out the book signings you have coming up. Any chance of doing one in Denver or a nearby area? Will there be more signings added?

Mr. Elwes

I am so excited for your book “As you Wish” to come out. Thank you for putting that out there as I am sure you are asked about experience filming The Princess Bride all the time even though you have done so many things. My question is about Psych though. What was it like to be Despereaux and working with James Roday and Dulé Hill?

Hi Cary! I'm sure everyone else is saying it, but I'm a huge fan, and The Princess Bride is my all time favorite movie!

If you had to choose, and it's you fighting it, not an acting role, would you rather go up against a Tornado, Jigsaw, or an ROUS?

What is the best film you've recently seen?

As someone who can make people laugh as well as act, did you ever have the opportunity to improvise or write your own scenes in The Princess Bride? If so which ones?

What are your thoughts on the recently talked about Princess Bride stage adaptation? Are there things you think need to appear?

Hi, Cary!

This is a bit of an obscure question, but it's been bugging me and a friend of mine for a few years now. We both watched an English dub of a German animated cult film called Felidae years ago. The gist of it is that it is a neo-noir film in which primarily the entire cast of characters are cats.

Official information on the English dub's cast seems to be non-existent on the web, as it was never actually released in the West. However, we both noticed that the lead character of Francis sounded a helluva lot like you, and many people who've watched this same film appear to agree. Ring any bells?

I love your movies, especially you in Days Of Thunder. Did you want to do comedy or be a more serious actor?

Hi Cary, what makes you laugh & what's your biggest weakness? Also, what would you say is your best feature (physical or otherwise)?

What's the word on Elvis & Nixon? Is that still happening?