Game director Glen Schofield described actor Kevin Spacey`s behavior on the set of Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare as “a little weird,” while asserting that the controversies surrounding Spacey do not diminish the game itself.
Schofield, speaking to PC Gamer, had specifically chosen Spacey for the villainous role of Jonathan Irons, despite Spacey`s unfamiliarity with video games. He lauded Spacey`s “unbelievable” performance in Advanced Warfare, noting his exceptional acting talent.
“He`s simply a phenomenal actor,” Schofield remarked. However, off-camera, Spacey`s disinterest in gaming was evident. He was also described as “a little bit more difficult,” requiring a dedicated trailer on set. Schofield particularly highlighted an “amazing speech” Spacey delivered about democracy, showcasing his dramatic prowess.
Schofield further noted that Spacey would “get a little weird once in a while on the set,” making “improper” comments that often prompted “fake laughter” from the crew, though Schofield chose not to elaborate on the specifics of these remarks.
Advanced Warfare launched in November 2014, coinciding with Spacey`s career high, significantly boosted by his role in Netflix`s House of Cards. In 2017, actor Anthony Rapp`s sexual misconduct allegations against Spacey led to further public accusations. Spacey denied the claims and was later acquitted of sexual assault charges and found not liable in the Rapp civil case.
Schofield indicated that a return for Spacey in a hypothetical Advanced Warfare 2, despite his character`s in-game death, was considered. However, Schofield expressed relief that the sequel didn`t materialize with Spacey involved, as the scandal broke “about two months before we would have shipped” the potential follow-up.
Looking ahead, the upcoming Call of Duty title, Black Ops 7, is set to feature a star-studded cast of celebrities, continuing the franchise`s tradition of incorporating well-known talent.
This article provides a rephrased summary of Glen Schofield`s comments regarding Kevin Spacey`s involvement in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, based on a GameSpot report.