Ewan Mcgregor A Million Ways To Die

Okay, let's talk about Ewan McGregor. You know, Obi-Wan Kenobi? The charming Scottish actor who can rock a kilt like nobody's business? Well, did you know he almost met his maker in some seriously wacky ways while filming a certain Western comedy?

I'm talking about A Million Ways to Die in the West. Yeah, that Seth MacFarlane movie. It wasn’t exactly a critical darling, but the stories from behind the scenes? Pure gold.

Danger on the Set: Ewan's Near-Death Experiences

Turns out, the Old West wasn't just dangerous for Liam Neeson's character. Ewan McGregor, playing a suave cowboy named Clinch Leatherwood, faced some real-life risks that had nothing to do with duels at high noon.

First up: horses. Now, Ewan McGregor is no stranger to riding, but apparently, Western movie horses have a mind of their own. Or maybe they just sensed his Jedi powers and got spooked.

Horseplay Gone Wrong

He recounted a tale where his horse went rogue, bolting across the set like a runaway train. Imagine Ewan McGregor, clinging on for dear life, with the scenery whizzing by in a blur.

It's less "May the Force be with you" and more "Please, horse, don't kill me!" Thankfully, he managed to regain control before ending up as a hood ornament on a saloon.

The Perils of Period Costumes

Then there were the costumes. Yes, even vintage clothing can be deadly! Specifically, his character's massive, ridiculously oversized mustache.

This wasn't a subtle, neatly trimmed mustache. This was a face-forest of epic proportions. And it nearly choked him.

"I nearly swallowed my mustache every day," Ewan McGregor reportedly said, adding that it would often get caught in his throat and threaten to send him into a coughing fit that could dislodge the entire thing.

Picture it: choking on a fake mustache, surrounded by cowboys and covered wagons. It's a far cry from fighting Darth Vader.

The Lighter Side of a Risky Role

Despite the near-death experiences, Ewan McGregor seemed to take it all in stride. It’s clear he found the whole experience amusing. After all, almost swallowing a mustache is a pretty good story for a dinner party.

What's truly heartwarming is that Ewan approached the role with such enthusiasm, even when facing comical wardrobe malfunctions and unpredictable equestrian partners. He understood the humour of the film, and his ability to laugh at himself helped create a fun and lighthearted atmosphere on set.

Beyond the physical dangers, the film also offered Ewan McGregor a chance to showcase his comedic side. It's a reminder that even serious actors can have fun and embrace the absurd.

So, the next time you watch A Million Ways to Die in the West, remember Ewan McGregor's brush with death (by horse and mustache). It's a fun reminder that even movie stars face some truly hilarious challenges on the road to entertaining us.

It makes his performance even more impressive, knowing he was one rogue horse ride and a mouthful of fake hair away from a very different ending.