Jeremy Irons | Scar (Lion King)

Actors undoubtedly look forward to roles that require them to be villains. Jeremy Irons isn’t an exception as he had an incredible time playing the voice of “Scar” in the iconic Disney film The Lion King. Jeremy Irons is a British actor with numerous credit roles in his resume, but almost every 90s kid remembers him as the menacing voice of “Scar.” Without intending any puns, Jeremy Irons’ voice acting scarred generations of children who had the chance to witness the Disney classic. Who could forget Irons’ chilling lines when Scar dropped Mufasa into the stampede?

Of the screen, Jeremy Irons certainly wouldn’t have the nerve to drop someone off a cliff and into a raging stampede. Jeremy Irons, his wife, and his kids are Catholic. Although Irons has a mixed outlook on the Catholic faith, he maintains his stance on living a highly spiritual life. Jeremy Irons is also a delight to be around as he’s brilliant and incredibly opinionated. Irons is indeed a contrast to “Scar,” his trouble-making persona!