Zac Efron Rewatches High School Musical, Neighbors, The Greatest Showman & More | Vanity Fair

[@sunfairy_19]

Not having 17 Again in this is insane

[@John_Zatanna]

(me seeing this comment before watching) whattttt

[@BRBallin1]

His best movie outside of HSM

[@sarahlisa8736]

It’s pros cause of Matthew Perry’s passing

[@Candle-wd2jv]

Charlie St. Cloud too

[@brettkimura]

Criminal 😢

[@ner.tan11]

I love how his immediate response to pretty much every scene is recognizing the talent of the people he worked with

[@muhdafiq3329]

Not having him talking about Hairspray is such a big crime

[@skeeter12274]

hairspray was kinda lame compared to his other movies

[@mingan3781]

@@skeeter12274 Hairspray is iconic

[@Mr21scott]

@@skeeter12274 92% on Rotten Tomatoes. It's not even CLOSE to being "lame", unless you disagree with the movie's whole premise.

[@catarina4380]

THANK YOU

[@Erasureeraser]

Hairspray was freaking awesome

[@rikkTV]

"I really drilled all those shots, there was no CGI there" First time in the last five years where a celebrity has said that and it's actually true

[@ashleyparkhurst4848]

But he didn't sing... Drew did

[@petrasbirthdaygoblinhoney4565]

@@ashleyparkhurst4848shots as in the basketball shots he was taking lol

[@pauljohn.zac23]

Zac has no idea how important High School Musical is to us. Will forever be a part of my heart.

[@johnkamen6274]

Wtf?

[@hippityhoppityw]

i think he probably does know considering how obsessed everyone was and is with that movie LMAO

[@Gayredheadbitch94]

its a cringe fest upon rewatch, no wonder he wants to forget it ever existed

[@ACD1994]

He knows.

[@sailormoon2851]

Weirdo ​@@johnkamen6274

[@darasimiAdj68]

I love how he just appreciates and uplifts all his co actors. Barely talks about himself. Great actor and seems like a great guy. Pure, honest, mature lovely and appreciates the art.

[@betterchapter]

Zac survived the Disney star curse, proud of him

[@Lildurpp]

No he didnt

[@danlittle447]

@@LildurppFor anyone who has a rational definition for “Disney Star Curse”, then yes he definitely survived/avoided it.

[@SniP3rHavOk]

@@Lildurpp He definitely did. His performance in The Iron Claw shows this. Completely career defining

[@dinocalabresi4530]

he looks bogged

[@ellaelliott4415]

@@dinocalabresi4530he suffered a facial injury and needed reconstructive surgery in case you’re referring to his face

[@bshr1nk3yk1d]

I feel like Zac has probably spent his entire adult life fighting the fame and stigma that high school musical brought him just the way he talks about not wanting to do the greatest showman at first. It makes me feel like he’s almost scared by musicals but dudes a great actor and signer and deserves more praise and I wish we could get an unedited version of the interview

[@kunya5882]

Zac Efron seems like a genuinely nice guy

[@TheDreamingJune]

Yeah Zac seems really down-to-earth and kind.

[@dinh5532]

Can't be that genuine when he's lying about his chin/jaw implant.

[@NicosW0rld]

@@dinh5532I have no idea why he ruined his beautiful face! He looks so bizarre now

[@TheNaturalGamer1]

He hates cats tho so

[@chriss8354]

​@@NicosW0rldHe had an accident and had to have reconstructive surgery. Look it up.

[@h3ro_966]

Can't believe "17 again" isn't part of this cause that movie for me was the one that started to put me on notice of how great Efron's dramatic/comedic acting chops are

[@Chuuzus]

Zac Efron is such a legend!! i need him to know he is one of the few disney stars that raised a whole generation with High School Musical. Bet On It deserved a grammy

[@scottbarkley496]

Grow a pair

[@moviemelody2210]

@@scottbarkley496rude

[@evelinanordell]

Agree with you 👏

[@sharpayyevanss]

So many videos I watch Chuu is there, love that, same taste bro ❤😂

[@BRBallin1]

Bet On It was the cringiest performance in the whole franchise but the song is nice and he made the most out of its cringey choreography

[@jlongino51823]

Zac is 100% unbothered, kind, talented and just a regular guy. He’s one of the best.

[@tonistarrrk]

for reasons that are extremely personal to me, i need this to be 12 hours long starting with him watching all three hsms in their entirety.

[@Orangetableco]

HAHAH

[@ZacEfron-u9h]

Thanks for your love and support towards me I really appreciate your kindness, your comments and likes attracted me to you and keep supporting while i bring more entertainment to your way.

[@JennE17]

Yes!

[@reginachavez4139]

He is the biggest sweetheart, like every scene is just him saying how great everyone he works with is so great, and how much he enjoyed working with them. He is awesome.

[@kfkm]

i hope zac knows that his performance in iron claw absolutely broke so many people and that lots of people wanted to see him get awards for it

[@neginf9818]

Yes, it absolutely broke me. Especially the end. Beautiful.

[@bessythompson1472]

i got teary eyed just watching that scene again.

[@marcelo_campitelli]

saw it last week... his performance was incredible, and the ending was just a tear jerker for sure, i was very impressed by his acting

[@deek1350]

Never even heard of this movie, thanks y'all I know what I'm watching tonight 😂😂

[@neginf9818]

@@deek1350 Yes!! 🙏🏼👌💓

[@Bearboardsandtables]

My family met him during the filming of Iron Claw because our baby was his baby in the movie, HE IS GENUINELY NICE & DOWN TO EARTH! While the director was checking the last takes they did, we were waiting in the room, he initiated a conversation with me even if he didn’t need to. And he will try to relate to what you share in the conversation. Also, he cracks jokes off cam. He’s really nice.

[@OscarMPG1]

It's a crime that Zac wasn't nominated for best actor for the Iron Claw. And the movie itself not being nominated for best picture, best supporting actor (Holt Mcallany), best original screenplay, best sound, cinematography

[@MsTriangle]

Probably the best movie of the year

[@OscarMPG1]

It made my personal top 10 of 2023. But Oppenheimer was the best picture that year

[@kylively8884]

I think it came out to late

[@ThiagoCarvalho-bd8qt]

​@@OscarMPG1yeah, nothing beat Oppenheimer. But iron claw was for sure my 2nd favorite

[@Burstify]

My top 3 of 2023 was Oppenheimer, Godzilla Minus and Iron Claw

[@SvoenDiccr]

1. He was deserving of every honor for The Iron Claw. 2. I adored him in The Greatest Showman and am eager to watch whatever musical movie he is in next. A really underappreciated actor!

[@cruisematt8585]

He seems really humble. It’s so nice that he keeps giving everyone he worked with props

[@carollmacedo7590]

Ele sempre faz isso! Amo esse homem!

[@jacobmccain8794]

I gasped and sobbed the entire way through Ironclaw. One of the best movies I've ever seen! Everyone in the theater was sobbing during the last scene. He should've been nominated for an Oscar!

[@rohannapsc]

Not to have Hairspray or Dirty Grandpa in this is criminal

[@ReallyCoily]

FOR REAL!

[@TZ19999]

It's probably because of what the lead woman of Hairspray did (along with her father).

[@itsgracie091]

​@@TZ19999what did she do?

[@icc2010]

No mention of 17 Again, or Charlie St Cloud

[@wbae1340]

Did people actually watch dirty grandpa?

[@TanguDisen]

Real acting and theater are found in musicals. It starts at the very beginning. I have the utmost respect for his recognition of it and for not disparaging the start of his Disney career in a musical, High School Musical, as many other stars have done.

[@IfYouSeeCait]

the fact that he has SO many other films that could have been talked about just shows his amount of talent. hope he gets to do a part 2 one day 🤍

[@akaye643]

What a great guy! I love the way he compliments his co starts and coworkers. Very humble.

[@MTDedits]

justice for 17 again, my favorite zac efron movie....

[@jeffescanto]

Yeah

[@sonias9960]

He looks great

[@MilesToGoGo]

Look up Zac Efron Remembers his Lines and he talks about it there, it’s really sweet ❤

[@shaunah.creations9233]

Me too!

[@Controversial-Crime]

This!!! All time fave

[@jul.vasconcelos]

I don’t really follow Zac but I’ve watched almost all of these and I was really happy with his notes about everything. He’s just so thoughtful and respectful towards his coworkers. Very nice to see this!

[@plantcraftie4141]

You can never make me dislike Zac Efron, he's too wholesome

[@srkndsouthparkrock]

Zac Efron is a pure gem. So humble and mature, we must protect him at all costs.

[@uirame2379]

Not him taking a moment and just giving Zendaya the flowers she deserves. I too hope that they do something together soon!!🥹

[@uirame2379]

9:22

[@bratty_31]

@@uirame2379he def had a crush on

[@aprilisme1186]

He stumbles over pronouncing her name lol

[@VictorLugosi]

Zendaya can’t act and she’s hideous..

[@clairef3142]

His voice cracking on "she's so brave"

[@AVeryStableGenuis]

I've always respected Zack. Through everything, he remained a class act, humble. I've loved him since High School and even had a High School Musical pencil case. 🤣

[@an-qo6by]

No it seriously still impresses me! I know it's a disney movie, but that cast was so professional and MOTIVATED. You could see that through their rehearsal footage. I think they're the last cast to make a Disney Movie where the cast was special and legit, if that makes sense?

[@cooldude321x]

Jump In would like to have a word

[@angietoonz6605]

Descendants is wonderful and the cast were all friends and professional as well. The choreo was insane. Check it out.

[@emmastrom2679]

Totally agree on that, my exact thought

[@linatwoones]

Teen beach movie is pretty great too, expert dancing and wonderfully themed songs

[@jofelmorata]

Now it's just tiktok stars and influencers 😂

[@sabrinariley7434]

I love how these clips were about him and his acting but he complimented at least one other actor in every movie clip they showed.

[@domthesickbomb]

Zac Efron is one of the few celebrities that I can happily watch any interview that he’s in

[@alexisb534]

He reminds me a lot of my brother and that’s always been comforting for me

[@KarlaAlejandraCordova-vr1sl]

I love how humble he is 🥹

[@catthebeautyhunter]

Musicals are *real* theatre and acting. It goes back to the beginning. So much respect for his appreciation of it and not belittling the beginning of his career in a musical with High School Musical as many Disney Stars can do.

[@crcdesigns]

That scene in the Iron Claw had me sobbing in the theaters and makes me cry now. He should've been nominated for best actor for this role

[@Ktls-mr4li]

he's been in so many different kinds of movies throughout his career, so much respect

[@chancejai]

The way he calls Zendaya “Zen” is so wholesome to me 🥹

[@DCR_RANG]

“The Lucky One” and “Charlie St. Cloud” are also movies that I really enjoyed. Zac is great and seems like such a cool dude. Love a lot of his movies

[@sallydealy3970]

I haven't seen all of his movies but "Charlie St. Cloud, 17 Again and The Lucky One" are my faves so far.

[@ronnieeilert8491]

Definitely his most underrated movies!

[@haleycarson4129]

Charlie St. Cloud stays underrated 😪

[@TaylorVonStrasser]

Seeing the look in his eyes watching The Greatest Showman is very cool. You can tell that he holds it very dear to his heart.

[@JohnnyBRad]

Wish he got more recognition for Iron Claw. He was truly incredible in that

[@TheDreamingJune]

For real. He deserved an Oscar nomination imo.

[@wendymccolm]

best of the year

[@RionPhotography]

Zac is such a genuine guy. He won’t be remembered as an amazing character actor or anything, but his genuineness as the guy next door adds so much realism to his movies.

[@dc7034]

Showing zac the scene where it’s clearly Drew singing his part is so funny 😂

[@jcpbd1776]

Love the way that in almost all of these scenes his biggest remarks are always of the OTHER people involved, he’s never shy to give others praise

[@tattooedandy93]

He has done a fair selection. Glad he did break out of the musical stage as he grew as a performer but then doing dramatic acting and then comedy shows how talented he is.

[@carollmacedo7590]

Ele falou que ama fazer musicais, porém, também gosta de diversificar seus papéis, por isso não faz musicais com muita frequência, mas ele adora.

[@lucy_sylverciasroad]

Zac Efron needs more awards for his acting, so underrated. Great actor and human being. Always going to be a Zac Efron girl. This video is just perfect ❤

[@philipschifano5876]

Never was big on Zac .. but the greatest showman showed how talented he truly is. And how much he cares. Glad he did it 👏👏

[@alexdofacee299]

Shout out to Zac for mentioning the backup dancer in The greatest showman "Cloud" (bartender). Speaks volume

[@averiem766]

Cloud was the choreographer who got to play the role of the bartender

[@AntonioInnocente]

Not having him talk about "Bet on It" (the high school musical scene where he's dancing on the golf course) is insane

[@monsterking1973]

Zack role in the iron claw was incredible he give such an amazing performance

[@aonstrike]

He missed a lot of movies he was in. We need a part 2

[@HeatherForestH]

1. He deserved all the awards for The Iron Claw. 2. LOVED him in The Greatest Showman - can't wait to see what musical film he does next :) Super underrated actor!

[@johat1219]

It feels so incomplete not having 17 again, or The Greatest Beer Run Ever in this

[@SimbaRobyn]

He’s so sweet! It’s been really great seeing him grow into the person & actor he is today ❤

[@gracegilrane5108]

He’s such a legend, genuinely one of the most well rounded actors we have and I hope we see him in more dramatic/musical roles soon

[@mindfulbynicole]

"I realised I'd walked into a trap" actually made me laugh out loud This was so fun and makes me want to re-watch a bunch of movies

[@terriblegamer6162]

I hope this doesn’t sound insensitive but he looks so much better now. I know he had a jaw problem and had some fillers but I think this is the best he has looked since those issues.

[@betssya.bautista2449]

I was thinking the very same thing. Maybe also his face was a bit leaner and that accentuated the jaw problem. Maybe the beard too

[@amandac.2687]

I was thinking that as well! He resembles his usual self more now

[@mariacontreras6652]

He had a pretty specific roid face due to Iron Claw. And now this is probably him being off of them. He looks back to normal and better than ever I am so happy for him.

[@darasimiAdj68]

I was thinking the same!

[@pennyinheaven]

I was thinking the exact same thing. Compared to his face in Family Affair to now in this video, his face because normal, like what you would expect Zac would look like as he matured.

[@gramsxg2297]

Zac's got such a bright and contagious smile. Seeing him make a full recovery after that accident makes me so happy for him… 😊😊

[@Greenoolong97]

Iron Claw will forever be one of the greatest movies, had me and my boyfriend in tears at the end scene. Zac deserves the world🥹 incredible and talented actor

[@parkerhanson4928]

What can’t he do?? He can do anything as serious and complex as the iron claw and also has outstanding comedic timing. Absolutely love him

[@justinepang7753]

This just made me realize Zac's incredible range in acting.. he can truly do it all.

[@ibeethatoneguy7807]

Him remembering everyones names and everything speaks volumes. Seems like an actual genuine guy

[@destinycritcher3527]

I was obsessed with high school musical and so was everyone else at the time!

[@roxiesbroadwaybreakdown5599]

Zac Efron is a truly gifted actor. Not only can he sing/dance, do comedy-which is extremely hard…he has proven he can do very dramatic pieces. He was great in The Iron Claw. He’s always surprising us. Can’t wait to see what he does next.😊

[@xxobrittanyg]

Ugh I love Zac Efron so much! He’s such a genuine dude. Forever childhood crush ❤

[@zackmileer]

The personality shines through and keeps viewers coming back.

[@yoo6231]

his face is almost back to normal! so happy for him

[@meganledford9709]

Do you feel like he kept covering the bottom half of his face when he would laugh? I couldn’t help but notice that move. He’s still crazy handsome, I hope it’s not a huge insecurity

[@baguettebtch]

?

[@chelseagenaille1588]

Iron Claw the “we’ll be your brothers” scene broke me. This movie had so many triggers for me, I am a Smuicide survivor and am proud to say i’m happy i’m still here

[@superherocollege]

Of all the scenes in iron claw… did you want me to cry???!! Hands down my favorite film in the year, he deserves an Oscar!

[@victoria.k.k]

He doesn’t even realise he shaped our childhood in a way that cannot be explained in words…

[@toonkamgle]

Zac Efron has such a range of talent!! I sobbed like a baby at Iron Claw. He always manages to bring a perfect energy to everything he's in

[@liviadonaire6085]

How is it possible that almost 20 years later, he’s still the actor I admire the most? 🥹

[@andydv27]

Hopefully Zac does go back into the musical world someday!! It would be awesome!!

[@DirtyFozzy]

Iron Claw was amazing. Seeing his story of not crying till the end uncontrollably was great. Everyone should give it a watch

[@Lenci_of_Hazelnut]

Him calling Zendaya "Zen" is so cute. She crushed that performance.

[@nerissailoilo9085]

I am a High school musical kid through and through, The Greatest Showman heals my heart!! lol he does SO WELL.

[@HaleyBurnszzz]

He seems like such a genuine and funny guy, wow loved this

[@ElenainMovieland]

Zac efron you are an icon please don’t ever forget that

[@ajc8923]

The greatest showman was amazing. Dude can sing, dance and can be in a comedy. Rare company that can do that

[@rachelabalos4621]

been waiting my whole life for this video

[@thatboynelly]

Not having Dirty Grandpa in here is crazy. That being said, Zac seems like such a genuine dude. Hearing him talk about the Iron Claw scene was truly emotional. It seems fairly obvious to me that he not only cares about is craft, but his collaborators.

[@snoopygonewilder]

I think my favorite Zac Efron movies have to be: 17 Again, Hairspray, and I really like Charlie St. Cloud

[@suzanneharaputczyk439]

Charlie St. Cloud!! Yes!! Hands down my most favorite of his younger movies.

[@MJ-od5nz]

he looks great when he has a beard!! the changes on his face aren’t visible and he still look like the same he was before with a beard!

[@angelfllesh]

UM HAIRSPRAY ??!!! GREATEST MOVIE EVER MADE

[@Jork005]

Uh he's not the main character there so.

[@travel5521]

@@Jork005 He isn't the main character in Greatest Showman either tho, that's Hugh Jackman. Also chill with the condescension.

[@AlzMarioWolfe]

Legit I’m so tired of everyone leaving Hairspray out, it was in his top 3 best movies for sure (not including every HSM as its own movie)

[@angelfllesh]

@@Jork005 uh it’s an ensemble film just like high school musical, and the greatest showman. in hairspray he’s the literal male lead and love interest, but nice try. ANYWAY, JUSTICE FOR HAIRSPRAY

[@baguettebtch]

lolol

[@SparkALittleSunshine]

He’s so incredibly talented and you can tell just so down to earth.

[@dewlover420]

1:58 “What the f***, Jerrod?!” - Zac Efron while laughing hysterically. Best moment.

[@Torporcelain]

A legendary performance by none other than...Dave Franco..

[@marisssaaa]

We’ve been waiting for this for so long

[@DeeVanfeld]

I still love him even after 18 years since I first saw him in High School Musical. That whole trilogy is basically what made me have a passion for the arts 💗

[@isaacchua0405]

Zac laughing at the Sam Jackson line is so genuine and funny lmao

[@burgaofficial]

Taking this as a sign to rewatch High School Musical for the 50th time 🍿

[@lilachodan4941]

10:02 That's what I was waiting for. Him complimenting Zendaya

[@kelceynicole]

10:02?

[@HyacinthArmor]

@@kelceynicoleit’s more like 9:27

[@atharrys]

It’s been a joy watching his career for two decades, he’s seriously so talented! 🙌

[@ACD1994]

Would love a part 2. 17 Again, Charlie St. Cloud, Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile, etc

[@bodyofhope]

Thank you for mentioning Extremely Wicked. The Paperboy was another I would've liked to hear his commentary on, since he and Nicole Kidman worked on it together as well as Matthew McConaughey.

[@MRodPhotography]

thats what I’m saying “Extremely wicked” was one of the best movies describe Ted’s life. He was EXCELLENT

[@emmakuru8546]

Zac Efron is such a chill dude. Nice getting a peek into his head for these movie moments.

[@BRBallin1]

Zac is what peak male form looks like. Not only great looking but a likable personality because he doesn't make it about his looks at all and does it through his charm and raw talent

[@pb.j.1753]

Peak male form 🤡

[@psycherevivedby]

@@pb.j.1753ikr im cringing so hard

[@youngornitier]

@@psycherevivedby I wanna peak like him bro, I wanna come close to his peak

[@hemilife602]

Dave and James Franco are two of the most underrated actors of all time both are super hilarious and they sell every roll that they play 😂

[@danielmullin5134]

His jaw get fixed? Looks better as far as i can tell

[@yash8a234]

yep i see its healing, looks pretty either ways :)

[@Jp-do9ny]

It's jaw filler wearing off

[@brandonlittle5940]

Beard hides it. In that affair movie it doesn’t look great

[@mykierobbins9489]

The iron claw broke me dude. I was not expecting to love that movie as much as I did. They did an amazing job on it. My kids LOVE greatest showman

[@archonjuice2461]

that scene in iron claw tore me up. especially the line "I used to be a brother"