Mark Hamill Refused This “Disgusting” Horror Role: “I Really Resent That Someone Thought of It”

Hamill recently spoke openly about his relationship with the horror genre. Even though he last year starred in the adaptation based on Stephen King, he admitted he is not naturally drawn to these kinds of films.

He said “There’s no way I could even see this movie, much less be in it,” before explaining that he only joined the project because he connected with its emotional core.

Hamill made it clear that horror is not something he enjoys watching. He even joked about how some people involved in the genre feel the same way. “There’s a producer of Saw. He can’t go see those movies. He produces them and gets all the profits, but he just can’t stomach watching them. I think that’s really funny,” he said, referring to the Saw series.

The conversation then turned to a project he turned down completely. Hamill recalled being approached for The Human Centipede 2 (Full Sequence), a sequel to The Human Centipede (First Sequence) directed by Tom Six. He had not heard of the film at the time, and once the concept was explained, his reaction was immediate.

“Someone said, ‘They want you to be in The Human Centipede Part 2.’ And I said, ‘What’s The Human Centipede?’ They explained the premise to me, and I went, ‘Oh my God! Thank you for putting those images in my head, and I’ll never forgive you for doing so.’ But that was an easy one. I said, ‘No, don’t send the script.’ The premise alone — I’ll never see one, and I really resent the fact that some human being thought of that concept of sewing people together, mouth to a**. Goodbye, and never enter my life again.”

The original film follows a surgeon who kidnaps victims and surgically connects them in a disturbing way. According to its creator, the idea came from a dark joke and was partly inspired by real-world history. When it was released, the film quickly became known for its shock value.

Critics did not respond well. Many reviews focused on how extreme and uncomfortable the film was, rather than its storytelling. Some called it disturbing for the sake of being disturbing, with little depth beyond its central idea.

Others said it crossed a line and relied too much on gross-out imagery. Still, the film gained attention because of the controversy. It developed a cult following, especially among horror fans who look for extreme content. At the same time, it was banned or restricted in several places due to its graphic nature. The sequels pushed things even further, which made the series even more divisive.

Hamill’s comments show that he is careful about the projects he chooses. While he is open to horror, he avoids stories that he finds too extreme or unpleasant.

His reaction makes sense. Not all horror is the same, and some films rely more on shock than story. It’s interesting to see where actors draw the line. What do you think about his decision to turn down that role? And how do you feel about films like The Human Centipede? Share your thoughts in the comments.