As a seasoned movie critic with a penchant for uncovering hidden gems and underrated performances, I find myself constantly intrigued by the career trajectories of actors like Bruce Campbell. While his iconic role as Ash Williams in the Evil Dead franchise has cemented his place in horror history, it’s his brief stint as Rod “Torque” Redline in Disney’s Cars 2 that truly warms my heart.
Bruce Campbell, renowned for hacking through hordes of Deadites with his faithful boom stick in the ever-popular Evil Dead series, has expressed a desire to have been more prominently involved in one movie franchise he found particularly appealing, not just for the fame but also the financial reward. Campbell played Ash Williams across Sam Raimi’s classic Splatstick trilogy, and despite being mostly associated with horror films, the talented actor lent his voice to Disney’s 2011 production Cars 2, portraying the character Rod “Torque” Redline.
Campbell recently chatted with Variety’s Know Their Lines? segment (as shown below), reminiscing about some of his iconic lines from various movies across genres such as horror, comedy, and family-friendly films like the Disney sequel. When it came to reciting Redline’s memorable final words (“I was merely wearing a disguise. You all are now stuck looking like this.”), the esteemed veteran chuckled, admitting that he regretted not continuing with the series since it’s a show kids will rewatch repeatedly, thereby increasing his earnings.
It was unfortunate that I passed away since being in an animated film can bring substantial residual income, as children often rewatch them numerous times. In fact, they may even pay $12 for you to voice a character just once. However, it’s not primarily about the initial payment; instead, you stand to receive seven years of royalties from little Billy continually asking, “Can I watch this again this week?” This is one way to capitalize on the appeal of animated movies among children.
Will Bruce Campbell Meet the Same Fate as Redline in His New Horror Series?
Fans familiar with the Disney’s Cars trilogy might recall Redline, Campbell’s character, being eliminated by Professor Zündapp (Thomas Kretschmann) following an injection of Allinol and a blast of electromagnetic pulse, which led to his unfortunate explosion. Despite his brief stint in the franchise, Campbell is poised to confront a different type of adversary in Peacock’s upcoming horror series titled Hysteria!, premiering on October 18.
In this small-town police role, Campbell shares screen time with renowned actors like Julie Bowen from “Modern Family” and Anna Camp of “True Blood” and “Pitch Perfect.” As Chief Dandridge, Campbell’s character is on a mission to solve the enigma surrounding a string of occult killings, seemingly linked to a high school heavy metal band leveraging the fear of Satanic Panic in their community. However, nothing is ever as it seems, leading us to wonder: Could Campbell’s fate mirror Redline’s from “Cars 2”?
As a devoted film enthusiast, I’ve often found myself pondering the mortality of certain characters, especially when it comes to the legendary Bruce Campbell. He’s had his share of on-screen demises, from “Maniac Cop 2” and “Congo” to “Bubba Ho-Tep” and even “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs”. With this in mind, it’s quite conceivable that Campbell might not make it through the devilish events in “Hysteria!”. However, there’s solace to be found in the fact that, regardless of his fate, he plays a pivotal role in the series, ensuring that his presence is not just a fleeting appearance.
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2024-10-12 16:03