Bill Skarsgård Talks The Crow, Pennywise, and Nosferatu | Explain This | Esquire

The Crow star Bill Skarsgård takes us through some of the most iconic roles and moments from his career, which includes working with his brother Alexander Skarsgård and playing A LOT of villains. He tells us about his role in The Crow, working with Robert Eggers on Nosferatu, and auditioning for It and how he perfected the role of Pennywise.
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[@125Dave8]

He’s far goofier and more charming than most people give him credit for. Give this man a romantic comedy ASAP. He’s the millennial Disney Prince: conventionally handsome but awkward as hell, lol.

[@kalman2059]

how do u mean goofi and awkward

[@flawlessangela]

He already did it, check out

[@nikolasdiallo]

I think that’s his whole family, especially his older brothers. They are all great serious actors; but they can all do comedic roles too 😂

[@pdisv]

LOLL YESS

[@RikardKarlssonYoutube]

Watch his swedish movie from 2010, ”I Rymden Finns Inga Känslor” a beautiful fun film about relationships & life situations.. great stuff ❤️

[@nickySe7en666]

He's the prettiest bad boy yet goofy and dark. The absolute sexiest combination. He's my favorite.. ever.

[@anziocc]

BILL STANS RISE

[@CandyNecklace6]

He's so beautiful 🤷‍♂️

[@Cats-a-Tonic]

❤ ❤ ❤

[@lepekasagiao9339]

*LEVATATING*

[@lalalabillyboyfans]

Idk how he can handle that... really... being sweet, humble, down to earth, beautiful, talented, smart, kind, goofy, charismatic, gentleman, and lovely at the same time isn't sth easy to do 😭😭

[@lalalabillyboyfans]

Idk how he can handle that... really... being sweet, humble, down to earth, beautiful, talented, smart, kind, goofy, charismatic, gentleman, and lovely at the same time isn't sth easy to do 😭😭

[@RavenG.est95]

Stellan Skarsgard has so much talent he literally passed it on in his genes. What an amazing family

[@bigtupa5613]

the glazing is crazy 💀

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Thanks for the compliment ❤❤❤

[@ooo.LMAO-]

@@bigtupa5613 I’m gonna glaze on you

[@siredtom69]

@@bigtupa5613?????

[@LiirThropp2687]

The range he has is incredible. Charming, creepy, funny. Talent truly does run in that family's genes. Can't wait to see The Crow and Nosferatu.

[@rachelgomez1060]

I’ve loved this man since Hemlock Grove 😭❤️

[@evilivy666]

I'm so obsessed with him😭

[@archangel4436]

Same 🥰

[@ABC-sz7rd]

no y’all aren’t. 😘

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Wow that's giving me a chill down the spine 😊

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

​@@archangel4436what you really obsessed about mind sharing 😅

[@siredtom69]

@@ABC-sz7rdyou’re obsessed get out of here

[@TeaNoSuga]

i love this man so much it’s actually embarrassing

[@ABC-sz7rd]

no y’all don’t.

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

You shouldn't be thanks for the affection ❤

[@DiaGreen08]

@@BillSkarsgard-fk1hmBro is NOT Bill Skarsgård💀💀🗣️🔥

[@siredtom69]

@@ABC-sz7rdyes, we do. Always have since 2017

[@eduardapaes420]

I love how he respects and admires the force that is Brandon Lee, still have mixed feelings abt another remake but I love Bill and excited to see his performance

[@aureliajoypae4596]

Bill Skarsgård is one of the best actors in his generation. He's so underrated.

[@Cheng_97]

At first glance I thought he was one of those method actors that take them selves too seriously but I've heard some fun stories of him goofin around on set as IT or whatever creature hes playing. 😂He's just so talented switching characters off and on... no method needed... just a great actor.

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Am moved by your words young miss ❤

[@jmipraimundo]

No he is so sweety heart...but perfectionist in work...His method is the most complicated and complex one... getting fully into the character. He even said in a last interview that it took time to get over the last character and his dark side. 😢

[@Purple..summer...]

He looks like a piece of art💫🖤

[@Alejaccx]

he IS

[@michaela96d]

I'M OBSESSED WITH HIM

[@arbieelle1292]

Alexander Skarsgard is a vampire. He never aged and still looks exactly the same from 2000

[@Nzbutterfly503]

His brother was a vampire on true blood 😂

[@jmipraimundo]

​@@Nzbutterfly503beautiful family ❤

[@user-vc7po3mw6e]

Actually he is starting to look like a mature man and I love that

[@dickan4009]

He will be a vampire as Noferatu this year ✌🏼

[@kellymcphaul2793]

He and Bill are so sarcastic and funny. Super-gifted.

[@user-nf5nd7kt2f]

Pennywise, Crow and now Nosferatu ❤ Oh my this boy wull make a great great career. What a talent😊

[@Alejaccx]

I'm such a fan of his amazing work, from Allegiant, all the way through It and now Boy Kills World, AMAZING, I become more and more in awe of his amazing professionalism and talent, such a great actor.

[@lilyc.4333]

He is so grounded and humble young man. And funny. Love him❣️

[@courtney4831]

Thank you Esquire giving this talented actor a platform.

[@86rosa]

he should do an impression of Austin Butler with the southern accent 😂

[@armeedertristen]

they should collaborate

[@siredtom69]

@@armeedertristenNO.

[@lalalabillyboyfans]

Esquire please do more with this beauty. He's amazing. People love him 😭😭 He sounds so mature now! And omg, he speaks English too well with his American accent. Love that! 😍

[@StayDrivenMedia]

bill seems like such a cool dude, like you can chop it up and laugh with him about anything

[@LukasMoon91]

Wow his Swedish accent is almost completely gone! 😮 Can't wait for Nosferatu! 🩸

[@lalalabillyboyfans]

Omg, I thought I'm the only one who felt like that. He talks like an American native speaker

[@kylevanderwolf4446]

Swedish accents are already fairly subtle and not existent due to how early English is taught

[@ericahenderson7262]

I love him. I feel like he is one of the most multifaceted actors in the business. I can’t wait to see where his career goes.

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Thanks ❤ so glad to know am in a safe hands 😊

[@christinemoll4701]

He has always been the real Skarsgård brother!! ❤❤

[@jopwarmy]

I love this man

[@sydneytaylor1551]

i love this man

[@caraa.fowler8937]

Love Bill. He's an amazing actor

[@TheSkeptic_1]

Such a highly underrated actor.

[@CINEMARTYR]

I’m one of the 7 people that is excited for The Crow

[@knightmare6670]

At first, I didn't really like the idea of a crow reboot. I still don't like the way Eric looks but the trailer is kinda growing on me.

[@jderrickson4597]

I guess I'm 2 🤷‍♂️

[@goodsleeper_official]

Same here

[@nickySe7en666]

Ditto. I'm #7

[@leeannsteel87]

And me

[@alydematti]

I'm so proud of Bill on all of his success! I've been a fan of his since Hemlock Grove. ❤

[@nicoleeverett1696]

Same

[@Pauline_1d]

Ohhh yesss Roman was his best era😻 But he is still fine asf💋

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Thank you very much ❤

[@elizabethcamacho615]

Yes! First project I watched him on. He was great in Castle Rock too

[@Nzbutterfly503]

I liked him in hemlock grove, tbh i found IT funny

[@JHC2812]

I can’t wait for the new Crow!!!!!!

[@laurenw3300]

I’m just so in love with him even more now - he’s absolutely precious and just so charming 🥹🥰

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Am ganna bust out now can't help but find my face turning red ♥️

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

What a nice compliment am flattered ❤❤

[@sofiap616]

I casually met him 3 days ago ❤ won't ever forget it 🥰

[@tubayuce6315]

Girl how was it please tell me😭😭

[@christinemoll4701]

Do tell us how it was please!!!

[@Quantadelicadeza7223]

He was amazing on Clark show. What a handsome and talent actor.

[@LisaakaBooksonTwitch]

It's always fascinating to hear Bill talk about his roles, especially how he prepares for them.

[@christopherseat9871]

He's perfectly fit for Count Orlock.

[@caliinthevalley24681]

I've never seen a Skarsgard I didn't like.That is a family full of talent.

[@Nzbutterfly503]

I liked him in hemlock grove too

[@Quantadelicadeza7223]

Roman 😍

[@siredtom69]

Roman my beloved 😩

[@armeedertristen]

He is kinda more relaxed and easygoing now, no? I am loving it

[@ianalexander8374]

Really a talented actor , he’s great in everything he’s does

[@cutingirl]

The whole family is so talented! I can’t wait to see his upcoming movies 🎥

[@lalalabillyboyfans]

He sounds soooo cool! And he's so beautiful, omg 😍😍

[@horrorjunkie96]

u think his face is beautiful imagine how his feet look

[@siredtom69]

@@horrorjunkie96why the hell are you talking about his feet 💀

[@saintsweetsubs]

@@horrorjunkie96😰

[@Ij7307]

From hemlock Grove until now i love u Bill skarsgard 🇪🇹

[@Andrew-Antioch-Kim]

Talent runs in his family!

[@nicoleeverett1696]

He is absolutely charming and incredibly talented. He really gives it his all in every role he plays. I will be seeing the Crow in theaters.

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

You flatter me with your compliments ❤

[@Aiiiiiko]

I’m watching Clark, Bill is amazing😍 I’m waiting for Crow and Nosferatu

[@oliviawhite4068]

He really is so talented and so under used, he needs more roles💜

[@smithhamilton3024]

This guy has it!!!

[@Aiiiiiko]

Bill is 🔥 fire, so handsome and talented ❤️❤️❤️

[@gabrielfreire7261]

From Stellan kids , Alexander and Bill are my Favorites , I Watch Boy Kills World , he Was Awesome. See Bill Making his 1 Action Hero in your 2 Action Movie after The Villain of John Wick 4 Was a Pleasure , is Just The Start for Bill as Action Hero , so Excited to see Bill in Nosferatu and Mainly The Crow!!🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@Leslief103]

This man is gorgeous. Hemlock Grove sold me, it was bold. The 90s It was everything of my nightmares, and I almost couldn’t do it, but I love this guy so much, I watched it. More than once. Those Skarsgard boys were God’s gifts.

[@CorpseBride64]

Hemlock Grove is one of my favorites!! I originally watched it for Famke Janssen, who I adore.

[@Leslief103]

It was weird and seeing Peter’s transformation grossed me out, but I was disappointed it was canceled. I was hooked.

[@rfergy77ify]

They never should have canceled it.

[@siredtom69]

@@rfergy77ifyfr!!!

[@loonarmargo]

He sounds so different now omg Bills all grown up ❤❤❤

[@jonasbrothersrockist]

He's going to be 34 on August 9th.

[@Cats-a-Tonic]

Cats-A-Tonic is a proud supporter of the talent, the beauty and the man that is Bill Skarsgård! ❤ 🐈‍⬛

[@phoenixluna4137]

He is so handsome

[@boogoodie]

Love Bill. There is no role he can't play. Can't wait for the crow. So far Pennywise in it, is my favourite character and movies.

[@xxcolor-my-se4xx361]

this is the most of his shell that we see bill, usually he seems very introverted and reserved. I enjoy seeing this side of him.

[@rogermoreno1152]

I love this dude, he is a phenomenal actor, and is part of an amazing actor family. Loved him as Pennywise, I’m still going to see The Crow but I’m not excited for it since I’m a big fan of the original. It will be nothing personal at all against Bill, but I’m still curious to see what they do with it

[@SFBenjaminK]

His freaking cute asf🥰😘💕

[@asf-xj6xz]

Im so excited to make edits of Nosferatu to lana del rey songs

[@annaizzaguerrero]

The crow is my favorite

[@Billboswcggins]

Been a fan of Bill since Hemlock Grove

[@jeffreydean5112]

Would love to see him play joker or mad hatter in The Batman universe

[@Clark-rm5zg]

Mad Hatter is 4"11 and this dude is way too tall for that, Joker is Perfect for him

[@jenniferluzrevilla2835]

Bill is such a great actor and he's really hilarious ❤

[@Cajunish]

The way I fan girled so bad 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️😍

[@jazzflores6697]

I'm smitten and swooning 😘😚😃😍🥰

[@lurdinhaoliveira6410]

Bill Skarsgard deu muito brilho com a sua personagem artística do Pennywise no livro de Stephen King mereceu muitos likes e uma aparência legal

[@margaretfortune7541]

I love Stephen king movies!! truly enjoyed IT

[@renaissanceman5296]

My favorite actor rn..

[@annaizzaguerrero]

I can't wait for December for Bill Skarsgard . As a vampire 🦇

[@Soundspheremag]

Looking forward to this!

[@myellatorres2110]

he's so cute and funny, i adore him 😭💕

[@EK-xz8ig]

Amazing actor, gorgeous, smart, interesting, ugh he's the best! ❤️

[@marissathebooknerd]

I've been following everything Bill does since Hemlock Grove! He was the best part of that show seriously ❤ love Bill

[@BillSkarsgard-fk1hm]

Thank you very much I really do appreciate ❤

[@taurusrising7492]

This dude…😍😍😍

[@marlenesheffield8777]

I am loving this talented, quirky and cute member of the Skarsgard family!!! I loved the OG "Crow" but looking forward to what Bill is going to bring to the table. He killed it in "IT" and now he is doing "Nosferatu -- be still my beating heart!!! 🤡👻😂😍❤️💋💯

[@brianderson18]

Actually love him loads ❤❤

[@likahenrique2409]

BILL BESTTTTTTTTTT EVERRRRRRR

[@Editslovejazzy]

I was having a rough day until I heard 3:45 now my day is instantly brightened 😂

[@TVHorrorArt]

Hope your day continued to get brighter 🥹🫶🏻

[@Editslovejazzy]

@@TVHorrorArt thank you 🙏🏾

[@vibarrosn]

He's a great actor 🌹❤

[@verliciaboyd9309]

I love Bill, can't wait to see what ever he is in.

[@bluebyyou7504]

Boy kills the world is amazing. I'll check this out.

[@notkii4]

my man ❤

[@Pablorcct]

Bill is the greatest talent on that family besides his father, he's so talented, so great, so charming, looks like a really fun guy too and still i don't understand why he so underrated, he's so much better than more of the actual ones like elordi

[@santaalmeida5855]

I'm a big fan de BILL

[@kumpircan]

Waiting for the crow

[@autumnelzey4608]

❤❤❤ luv this guy so much

[@TheJbhmetal]

Bill is an extremely talented actor, but The Crow doesn't need a remake.

[@TheJbhmetal]

@Angel_Taffy I wasn't crying, and I have a life.

[@scarl11]

He's brilliant 💫

[@witchingbrew3]

I've really warmed up to bill lately. Especially after seeing him in Battlecreek.

[@EllenSilva-xr3kl]

You saw Alexander right because Bill didn't make this film

[@witchingbrew3]

Bill was in a film called battlecreek a few years ago that was directed by Alison Eastwood. It's free to watch on youtube. ​@@EllenSilva-xr3kl

[@witchingbrew3]

​@@EllenSilva-xr3klhe was in a film called Battlecreek from a few years ago. Directed by Eastwood.

[@gabbydeloreann]

people don’t understand that this eric draven/the crow version is a new adaptation completely, and nothing like brandon lee’s eric/the crow. bill skarsgård is an amazing actor and people are already judging him and the film based on a trailer and anger. it’s truly disappointing.

[@santaalmeida5855]

He so handsome

[@Quantadelicadeza7223]

Its second time that he will be a vampire. In Hemlock grove him was an stunning rich and problematic vampire.

[@cariboocats236]

He's so freaking attractive it's not ok

[@MrPhenom444]

I’m excited for 2024’s CROW sorry OG fans 😅

[@alonehades100]

I’m an OG fan and am excited! Especially with him saying it’s trying to be it’s own thing

[@nicoleeverett1696]

I'm an og fan but I'm really excited to see the newer version. Bill is going to nail this role.

[@Ij7307]

I am2 🇪🇹

[@f.sense888]

I loved Alex since I saw him in True Blood ( yes, huge fan of it, so what😅) , then I discovered Gustav...(😍) but I can say Bill is growing on me. So talented ...can't wait to see Nosferatu🖤

[@Lightmylove]

Need that

[@greenfox42]

5:56 great editing here!

[@cornflakegirl1718]

He's GORGEOUS.

[@clarachacko]

I need more new interviews!!