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Surprising Movie Cameos You Never Noticed

Hollywood is full of surprises, with stars making hidden cameos that leave fans doing a double-take. Here are some of the best movie cameos that flew under the radar:


David Bowie in Zoolander – Judging the Walk-Off
David Bowie takes the stage as the ultimate style icon, refereeing Derek and Hansel's outrageous runway duel. His cameo is as legendary as his music.


Stephen King in It Chapter Two – The Pawn Shop Owner
Stephen King makes a quick appearance as a grumpy pawn shop owner, poking fun at Bill Denbrough's (James McAvoy) writing skills. It's a clever nod to the author’s infamous endings.


Daniel Craig in Star Wars: The Force Awakens – The Secret Stormtrooper
James Bond himself, Daniel Craig, appears as a stormtrooper who gets mind-tricked by Rey. If you blink, you'll miss this fun surprise!


Stan Lee in Every Marvel Movie
Stan Lee's cameos became a Marvel trademark, from a librarian in The Amazing Spider-Man to a barber in Thor: Ragnarok. It was always a thrill to spot him!


Glenn Close in Hook – The Bearded Pirate
In Hook, Glenn Close plays a male pirate with a thick beard—completely unrecognizable until you take a closer look. It's a hilarious, hidden gem.


Matt Damon in Thor: Ragnarok – Playing Loki in a Play
Matt Damon makes a surprise cameo as an actor playing Loki in an Asgardian play. His over-the-top performance adds a layer of humor to the film.


Cate Blanchett in Hot Fuzz – The Masked Ex-Girlfriend
Cate Blanchett appears as Nicholas Angel’s ex-girlfriend, but she’s fully disguised in a crime scene mask. It's a blink-and-you-miss-it moment!


George Lucas in Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith – The Senator
George Lucas makes a brief cameo as a senator, Baron Papanoida, in Revenge of the Sith. A subtle nod from the creator himself.


Brad Pitt in Deadpool 2 – The Invisible Vanisher
Brad Pitt’s cameo as the Vanisher in Deadpool 2 is a quick, hilarious moment that makes the fourth-wall-breaking humor even more fun.


Frank Sinatra in The Manchurian Candidate – The Soldier
Frank Sinatra makes a silent but stylish cameo as a saloon pianist in Around the World in 80 Days. His brief appearance in the Old West scene is a fun Easter egg, one of many star-studded surprises in the film.


Elizabeth Taylor in The Flintstones – The Voice of Wilma's Mother
Elizabeth Taylor lent her voice to Wilma’s mother in The Flintstones, a fun, hidden gem for fans of both animation and the legendary actress.


These cameos remind us that the best Hollywood moments often happen when you least expect them. Next time you watch a movie, keep an eye out—you never know who might be making a surprise appearance!

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