Viggo Mortensen Hid A “Lord Of The Rings” Reference In “The Dead Don’t Hurt”

[@barefootkiwi3079]

I was an extra on LotR and one of my favourite souvenirs is a hand-written, hand-addressed letter that Viggo wrote to extras who'd been at Helm's Deep saying "It was a privilege serving with you".

[@thegunslinger1363]

That's so nice and cool!

[@LindaC616]

Cool!

[@cybercat29]

Aww, that was so nice of him 😊💖

[@ericthompson3982]

Wooooow, that's awesome.

[@harshadk3240]

That's so nice

[@birbluv9595]

How genuinely touched, how proud, Stephen looks when Viggo tells him that he’s the most knowledgeable and engaged LOTR fan he’s met!

[@Kreepyb5]

Yes, he looks like a boy being praised. Touching, really.💕

[@debraholz6821]

He looks gobsmacked

[@irischevez7050]

I thought he was going to get teary eyes

[@MissLucyMoran]

Well, Stephen did win a LOTR trivia competition among contestants including Phillipa Boyens (I think), the most Tolkien knowledgeable of the movies' writers.

[@birbluv9595]

@@MissLucyMoran i think i missed that! Thanks for letting us know about it!

[@Hopster1]

Viggo is proof that awards don't make careers. His performances in movies like History of Violence, Eastern Promises, Captain Fantastic, The Road and Hidalgo are proof of his excellence in his craft.

[@mteokay1246]

and dont forget he was the sexy smouldering Master Chief John Urgayle in GI Jane played by Demi Moore

[@ericclaptonslowhand4726]

And don't forget Green Book

[@MissLucyMoran]

Though his best performance was probably in The Indian Runner, directed by Sean Penn. Everyone should check it out.

[@joshjones6072]

Ugh, The Road was so harsh, but definitely worth the watch, and Hildalgo is just awe inspiring.

[@bold810]

I was just recommending "Hildago", one of the best Westerns I've seen, a grand sweeping story of the kind Old Hollywood used to make. 🎉

[@robertbrown3064]

Viggo Mortensen always seems so calm, collected, and thoughtful. Those are good qualities to have.

[@mordicaiknode]

Except, apparently, when he pranks people...

[@galacticreviewer]

it just always makes me happy seeing the entire cast of the Lord of the Rings still be so enthusiastic about their part in the story. never gets old :)

[@MissLucyMoran]

But his best performance was probably in The Indian Runner, directed by Sean Penn. Everyone should check it out.

[@elphiegleason3899]

Yup us Tolkien nuts love every single thing about the trilogy The Rings of Power That is a different story cuz I appreciate what they’re trying to do but it goes against the lore so much

[@ChadKakashi]

⁠@@elphiegleason3899what they’re trying to do is create a cheap knockoff of Tolkien. It’s very insulting in my opinion.

[@BlakeElliott35]

Viggo Mortensen is mored passionate about, and dedicated to, the craft that is acting more than anyone I’ve ever seen in my lifetime. “Captain Fantastic” is one of the most impactful movies, and poignant performances, I’ve ever spent 2+ hours of my time viewing. The fact that he’s never been awarded an Oscar is shameful. Yet, in spite of all of this, he’s remained extraordinarily humble.

[@jkap34]

I'm just glad he was Aragorn and not Nic Cage. Don't get me wrong, I like cage, but he isn't Aragorn to me.

[@TheChiefEng]

Being extraordinarily humble is probably the Danish part of his upbringing.

[@LindaC616]

​@TheChiefEng Lutherans 😅

[@larsgutsein3910]

My name is Viggo, son of Morten. If by live or death I can save this movie, I will.

[@dickthebirthdayboy2132]

@@TheChiefEng He grew up mostly in Latin America. He's just a normal, down to earth guy. Stop with your pretentious Scandinavian fart sniffing.

[@SirQuantization]

Viggo was soooo great in Green Book. Guy has tremendous range

[@Baslium]

I can't believe he still not got his Oscar.

[@douglaspate9314]

Me neither

[@derrickstorm6976]

I can, tbh

[@franciet99]

He deserves many Oscars!!!

[@Baslium]

@@franciet99 He is marvelous in Captain fantastic and Green Book.

[@franciet99]

@@Baslium Agree!!!

[@YodatheHobbit]

"like this one" *pulls Anduril out of his pocket"

[@seantlewis376]

Viggo Mortensen is a gem! Sometimes I feel sorry for the stars of major franchises like Lord of the Rings because they will always be remembered for that one role. But I am wrong. The cast is so talented that they all have gone on with great careers creating a diversity of characters.

[@nancydecoste2215]

He had a great career before that ring movie.

[@antonioderosis7890]

which ring movie you speak of?

[@TJoker---]

Hidalgo was a great film.

[@MaryBravado-wy8iq]

I had the privilege of meeting Viggo Mortensen on the set of G.I. Jane. I was hired by Demi Moore as her personal Licensed Neuromuscular Massage Therapist. I had no idea who Viggo was. I asked a couple of make up artists, 'Who is that guy"? " He Never Smiles", they said; "You don't know who Viggo is "? So they called him over and told him what I said, and he did a quick smile 😊. He was practicing his character, which was why he looked so stern. Later he contacted me while in Beufort, SC, for a Massage. He was super kind, gave me a nice tip, and a Navy Seal Watch for my son. Having such a great opportunity to work with all involved in the filming was the best experience of my life. 💯💙😊💙🖐💙✌️🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊

[@Amitabha108]

Great story! Thanks for sharing. I loved how he played his character in that film. It would not have been as complex and hard-hitting without Viggo's performance.

[@katherineweber8955]

Thank you so much for sharing this 🙏💙

[@MaryBravado-wy8iq]

@@Amitabha108 Exactly! 💙

[@MaryBravado-wy8iq]

@@katherineweber8955 💙✌️

[@TigOlBitties0000]

Can’t wait for G.I. Jane 2!

[@BellaWorldAni]

I hope everyone goes to see his movie, b/c Viggo is a treasure, and he deserves our support for a film that's obviously dear to his heart.

[@krisfrederick5001]

Seeing Stephen raise his hand so eagerly, like a kid in class with the answer immediately was so endearing. There is only one Lord of the Rings, and you're wrong if you say Sauron.

[@david9243]

Lmao what? Sauron will always be the Lord of the Rings.

[@lehcaraz1]

@@david9243 I think maybe a reference to Galdalf telling Sauroman that there is "one Lord of the Rings and he does not share power" as a vieled reference to God. I kind of wondered that during the movie myself since Tolkien wove many spiritual references in his books.

[@david9243]

@@lehcaraz1 : Yeah but Sauron is a metaphor for Satan - who took residence and claimed lordship of the world. He cant do the things God can do but with the making of the Rings of power he can control and claim Gods creation (bending their will to his own). Tolkien expands on the God concept in order to reach even polytheists since Sauron are part of lower spirits to the one God (Eru) who founded and built the earth so he is disciple of the fabric of earth. In contrast to God of the bible the God in Lord of the Rings left the founding to His firstborn spirits to build

[@pauldavisthefirst]

@@lehcaraz1 it isn't a reference to god, it's a reference to Sauron.

[@meganofsherwood3665]

​@@david9243 I think the OP was implying that Stephen is the irl Lord if the Rings, because he is easily an LOTR grandmaster

[@keleziz76]

Viggo is phenomenal! Frodo/Sam 2024!

[@random22026]

RIGHT?! Deploy the T-shirts! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@mbarrett99]

10/10 would trust this ticket to do the right thing with the Ring of Power.

[@poilagratter2417]

2:47 "And he was Numenorean". One of us, one of us!!

[@erikaswanson7072]

The Dead Don't Hurt because the way is shut and the dead keep it.

[@MichaelDelSignore-y6x]

A very nice man with super talent. His humanistic values are rare among Hollywood types.

[@nancydecoste2215]

Because we Canadians adopted him years ago

[@debtorres7793]

Viggo deserved an Oscar years ago… by now he should have won many… it’s a crime that his talent has been overlooked for so long….

[@nms7872]

Not overlooked. Just competitive every year he got nominated

[@Donavon551]

Most likely he's not a kiss up sellout to evil leaders that's why. Boy does he capture you onscreen though. Love his performances

[@debtorres7793]

@@Donavon551 I agree and I love him for that… I just wish that they would throw a little love in his direction… love his work…

[@lastminutesavior]

Help the man out, watch the movie. I will.

[@JP-re9xj]

Did you?

[@Michael-dy7zp]

Great actor, creative juggernaut, and incredible human!

[@Markus_Andrew]

"You have my sword - and I want it back".

[@collybeans586]

Colbert is the last guy who should have that sword. didnt he push vac ines for children?

[@xooperz]

​@@collybeans586 yes, just a horrible, horrible man, wanting to save children from life-threathening diseases. Simply evil

[@Markus_Andrew]

@@collybeans586 Man, jokes are simply wasted on some people...

[@BladeRunner-2211]

@@xooperz Funny, i haven't had a single vaccine yet and i'm still alive. Enjoy being a pharma experimental rat.

[@Eron55555]

@@xooperz Be sure to vote Kamala you idjit.

[@marylynnacee4062]

He is an incredible human being on every level!

[@newtagwhodis4535]

Can't wait to see it! I love Vigo. Truly my favorite character ever in Aragorn.

[@birbluv9595]

Yes - i was so in love with his Aragorn. Still am, I guess.

[@lizmorales478]

I need one of those t-shirts!

[@amandav42]

I'm looking for it now! I told my husband, "OMG! Look at the shirt Viggo's wearing! I need it!" So off I go searching! Good luck to you!

[@random22026]

Same! 😉🤗

[@Beigemage0621]

The man is a legend. One of the few people who inspire on and off the camera.

[@alexfratean6546]

Seeing how good and fresh he looks i so much want him back as Aragorn in The Hunt for Gollum. And Ian as Gandalf as well, one last time :').

[@ExiledExia]

He shouldn’t have an oscar right now. He should have had multiple oscars.

[@albertaguilar1059]

Frodo and Sam bow to no one

[@Driven2Beers]

My wife works in Watertown and occasionally has lunch at Shorty's diner. She's seen him numerous times, and they simply just wave at each other and go about their business. Her brother is a huge fan of the LOTR movies, and eats his heart out every time she sees Mr. Mortenson. If I met him, the first question I'd ask him wouldn't be a LOTR movie question. I'd ask how it was working with the great Gene Hackman in that _Crimson Tide_ movie. I'm sure he's sick to death of answering LOTR questions!

[@Kreepyb5]

I love viggo 🥰✌️

[@artbargra]

I would ask him about "Hidalgo". My dad and I love that film.

[@MonkeyJedi99]

Maybe ask him if he still has horses? I know the LotR horses have passed away, and TJ from Hidalgo would be a VERY long-lived horse to still be alive today.

[@Tadicuslegion78]

I'd ask him about Appaloosa

[@Driven2Beers]

@@MonkeyJedi99 Dunno about the horses, but I know he's inherited a small house around Cape Vincent that one of his relatives previously owned. I go by it often when I'm on Route 12 from the Cape to Clayton. BTW, my tax collector is the sister of Albert and Joe Bouchard from Blue Oyster Cult. Such a nice lady!

[@pz4971]

The epitome of a Renaissance man. Multi talented, multi lingual, adventurous (apparently from birth 😄), funny, generous, humble... and still one of the sexiest men out there.... or sexy because of those qualities.... best of luck to him in his future endeavors 🙏

[@user-sw7my6kp7g]

Viggo is a real star!

[@ReGinaJasaitis-w6c]

I was an extra in History of Violence. He actually came up to me on set and introduced himself to me. He was very nice! ❤

[@davewebster5120]

Viggo is such a pro. We're all still fangirling and he's furthering his career. Thanks for doing this, Viggo!

[@lehcaraz1]

If you are a fan of Viggo please go and see this movie. It is beautifully shot and the lead actress is fantastic. Viggo spent much of his own money to finance the movie and not only wrote the script, he directed, produced, acted, and scored the music as well as played several of the instruments. It is a passion project that took him many years to make. The movie has great reviews by the critics, and Rotten Tomatoes high score. Very few people were in the theatre when I went and almost all appeared to be over sixty! It is so sad that people only go see blockbuster animated or superhero/Star Wars type movies anymore at the theatre. I was thrilled to see Oppenheimer do so well. Believe me that would not have turned out without Barbenheimer.

[@BryanLee]

Our brother. Our captain. Our king.

[@rabbitgoat2244]

My childhood crush.... Still love you viggo ❤️

[@nancydecoste2215]

my adult crush

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Stephen is a lord of the ring biggest fan he Knows😮

[@carlalussini]

He's probably literally the most knowledgeable fan in the world; some years ago he did an insanely difficult trivia challenge against Peter Jackson and won.

[@lashendawest7509]

We love Viggo Mortensen

[@TheDarkMessiah]

Weird. I just finished rewatching LOTR tonight. Didn't know Viggo was going to be on here.

[@redcomet0079]

I was watching The Two Towers on AMC on Sunday night

[@user-fy7ru4ii1i]

The Road - 2009 MUST see!

[@LindaC616]

Thar was a rough one

[@Akiraspin]

Frankly, one of the most incredible borderline method-actors of our time. It's genuinely insane how humble and down to earth he is in spite of his legendary status as *THE* Aragorn. Not to mention his passion and improv on set was next level.

[@DNTXPCTMCH]

I want to be an elf extra so badly in the Hunt for Golum. The fact that more original cast is joining makes me unreasonably gleeful

[@DanielThureskog]

A casting announcement for it will definitely hit all major news outlets, hopefully next year. Just like when the casting department searched for people, who could play a hobbit for the Hobbit trilogy over ten years ago.

[@amandav42]

Oh my god, that would be so awesome!

[@grapesofhypocrisy9842]

Stephen Colbert has an actual character in the Lord of The Rings MMO... Mad Colbert... not far from Fornost.

[@SneppyNotSnoopy]

Viggo breaking out some of his own LotR knowledge with that Númenórean line

[@bold810]

Viggo's movie "Hildago" was one of the best Westerns I ever saw. Highly recommend. 🎉

[@Wardeth]

The true king has returned, we owe him allegiance.

[@dangroz03]

You bow to no one. ❤ 🥹

[@random22026]

0:21 THAT SHIRT, tho;! 😘😘

[@benkenobi4406]

They're literally the best choice vote for this year 😞😂

[@Akiraspin]

@@benkenobi4406 Agreed, by a country mile.

[@ShogunEorling]

Wow I'm having such a fan moment right now! And the way Stephen says "Andúril" is too funny, who would've thought a lotr fan like him doesn't know how to pronounce the name of the sword correctly 😂

[@liamglynch]

Can I ask, and I'm genuinely curious, because the stress on the 'ú' is correct, as far as I understand it - how do you pronounce Andúril?

[@ShogunEorling]

@@liamglynch The "ú" is actually correctly pronounced, it's the "r" and the "il" that are not. The "r" should sound slightly heavier by pronouncing it with the tip of your tongue right behind your front teeth (hope I explained myself clearly). The "il" should sound "eel". And if we're to be strict about it Stephen made the "A" in "An" silent, almost like "Ndú--" which shouldn't be. Edit: Hugo Weaving pronounced both "Andúril" and "Narsil" very well.

[@liamglynch]

@@ShogunEorling ahhh, I see what you mean. Yes, you’re right. Forgive me, I thought your implied point was simply about the stressing of the ú. Yes, the harder r and the il being more like eel are how I pronounce it and had read as correct. Thanks for clarifying. In the Jackson films, even in Weaving’s pronunciation, it still seems like the a, not the ú, are stressed. As a younger man and firstly a film fan, I got so used to that, and even Viggo stresses the first syllable.

[@snatch6011]

I've been just watching Lotr and then encountered this mini-interview. Amazing. I love you Viggo. I'm not a native english speaker, but u was one of those men who insipred me to learn it. Now I'm grinding for Chinese. I would always rewatch lotr, no matter what time it is, place etc. You was especially helpful when I was at the army (tough times, dont want to recall it. russian army is smth), but I frequently watched clips with you and always found smth insipirng. THANK YOU, SIR

[@davidstewart5905]

Wow time flies just to think in 2 years the first lord of the rings 25 years anniversary

[@lanaplays_c]

Wow. It was the best Christmas 3 years in a row. They are not aging either, still as good today

[@ritajean15]

I need a show that’s just a tour of all your stuff! I didn’t even realize it was back there.

[@NikBY]

I can't believe Stephen didn't ask Viggo where he can get that shirt.

[@AdaMakawee]

It's called an easter egg.

[@longhorn7809]

Viggo Viggo Viggo . . . " For the foreseeable future "

[@justincastillogayray]

One trivia question about LOTR did trip up Colbert.

[@SmilingJack65]

You talking about the one where they asked him what page a specific scene was on lol?

[@ruthbennett7563]

No. It was when he messed up about the Ent-moot location in the interview with the Pippin & Merry actors. It just shows he’s a man. He could’ve edited it away. However, I admire that it’s left there to show that even true love can be fallible. Intellect & facts alone are not proof positive of love❤ (edited for grammar & accuracy)

[@nataliepaad1869]

Was thinking back to his "no more blood for oil" days. On top of all his other great qualities, this guy always had the best shirts.

[@dzikol.]

The legend of world cinema, one of my favourite Actor who put his soul to the role in film ,Good bless you Viggo ,and I wish you good luck with everything in your life.🖐

[@andreobastos]

he even corrected Viggo on what actually was our current age according to Tolkien. Now I see he is a real fan of Tolkien

[@Earthsuitlife]

My Viggo crush will never ever end.

[@benthompson1497]

The Dead Don’t Hurt is a beautiful intriguing movie and I absolutely Loved it! With the amazing cinematography it would be a Huge plus to see in the Theater!

[@SimonCrawford-uy5fm]

Viggo will always be Aragorn to me. Such a great actor, great role, great movie, one of my favorite memories.

[@NewMessage]

"... at least one...." ...Million?

[@michelebartlett3921]

I just saw him in The Green Book. He was fantastic

[@PuipinM]

Stephen mentioning the seventh age is a crazy call back to a letter written addressing what age earth would be in. Crazy

[@Thinkythinkerton]

While praising him for being a super fan, I think it felt like a “you bow to no one” moment for Steven

[@JohannesYtterstrom]

Will you watch "The Dead Don't Hurt" ?

[@diamondsaphireai]

World love you Viggo, super talented actor 🙌

[@isabelstokes4042]

Drop-dead gorgeous, talented, speaks seven languages. Viggo - or should I say Lord Aragorn - is one helluva man!

[@georgiagonzales3769]

Great actor ❤ My favorite was Hildalgo 🐎🤠

[@jakesetnikvox2106]

I’ve always loved Viggo Mortensen personality he’s very humble but absolutely loves what he does. Can’t wait to see his movie!

[@noraestell4787]

I don't understand why he hasn't got an Oscar, already. Extraordinary actor with quality movie choices!!!

[@maureenparker6185]

That sword is awesome. Thank you for sharing.

[@typicaltargaryen7667]

AwWww… I love that Lord of the Rings is always a part of him. He will always be Aragorn in my eyes. Love the shirt and this beautiful man❤

[@robinriebsomer4607]

With all due respect Stephen, there are Tolkien nerds who have studied the Elvish languages and can share more details than even you can. I know because I have been to a Mythcon 3 times. I have watched Oxenmoot lectures on KZbin. Even so, I am so glad you appreciate LOTR as much as I do!!

[@Yaelia]

Even without this sword clip, I’ll still watch it. It’s Vigo!

[@CTP909]

I'm not knocking it but this movie seems like someone was watching the TV show Salem and was like, "what if I made a movie about the love story between the 2 main characters backstory from this show"

[@MrAchsas]

he gave you his sword? wow

[@WorldHvyWeightChamp]

One of my favorite actors!!!!

[@XxAramisxX]

Anduríl, Flame of the West- forged from the shards of NARRR-SEEEL!

[@shiblinomanalif2102]

He is my favourite since "Green Book" absolute masterpiece of a movie.

[@maxpower6765]

No one else could have played Aragorn what a legend

[@jackrice2770]

Viggo Mortensen is a glaring reminder that life is not fair.

[@ETCNK]

He’s still so damn handsome 😍😍

[@JDgq3yj]

Viggo is still the coolest, in a quiet, dignified way.

[@getatiru8465]

I love Viggo❤❤❤

[@mooncalf_69]

This man really loves LOTR and was his life achievement you can see right here how he speaks of LOTR and how his eyes light up

[@kathybernatchez8473]

My favorite actor ever.

[@neonWHALE002]

I mean we are in the 4+ age of Middle Earth since the events of LOTR are set long in the past...so any film set in our world is also set in Middle Earth 😉

[@cynthiavanteylingen7922]

The thing about the sword people will now wanna rewatch the lord of the rings. The hobbit en rings of power so yeah keep adding these well known items so people will wanna watch the movies they are from. Im so gonna watch lotr ring this week.😊

[@Morder1990]

LOTR its the best . I think for me noone will beat this ....

[@Call_Me_David]

I've always wanted to read a series that's basically LotR in space. Like, maybe it's 10k years later, and they've evolved to be a spacefaring society, and it turns out that the Undying Lands were actually just another planet, and the elves were able to create a portal to it from Middle Earth.

[@Gissedk]

Viggo should talk to the Danish Queen Margrethe.. then he would meet a fan.. she drawed the illustrations in Tolkiens book... our now King has told that one of his favourite things from Childhood is her mom reading The Lord of the Rings.

[@michalispappas7883]

Wait. Stephen didnt ask him about the new lotr movie?? how is that even possible?

[@martinkrupan7515]

We got it 'The Dead Don't Hurt' is Anduril's spinoff from LOTR :D

[@guyfawkes8384]

It's crazy to think there was a time when I considered Stephen Colbert hilarious and that he was one of my favorite people on TV. And then he sold his integrity.

[@kylies.1841]

The man knew what the people wanted and always delivers

[@RonsoLp]

Great now i have to watch the whole trilogy again... see you in around 9 hours

[@tsohgallik]

This weekend Saturday AMC theaters have the movies shown . Saturday Sunday Monday

[@RonsoLp]

@Strwbryy111 Im sadly not in the US , i have to wait till september

[@richpeltier9519]

"No self respecting Tolkien fan..." oh Stephen respects himself quite a bit! LOL So much so he landed the Seventh Age reference like a boss. According to Tolkien, we are currently living in the Seventh Age of the world.

[@abelnicolaebaritone]

Anybody that proclaim themselves to be "top of the pile" LOTR fan and pronounces Anduril like " Eandwureal " is not a real fan.

[@tsohgallik]

How then? "Aan-dur-reel"?