It’s truly shocking when a well-known actor is involved in such a disturbing scandal, and Armie Hammer’s case is a prime example. The revelations of sexual abuse and unsettling personal behavior came as a jarring surprise to many. While Hollywood has seemingly closed its doors on him, there remains a curiosity about his last significant role before the scandal broke.
Armie Hammer’s career had its high points, including notable roles in acclaimed films like The Social Network and Call Me By Your Name. However, his final major film role before the accusations came to light was in Death on the Nile. Released in 2022, the film also features Gal Gadot and saw Hammer playing the character Simon Doyle. Despite the controversy surrounding Hammer, the movie did receive some attention and managed to secure a 61% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which is relatively decent given the circumstances.
What you need to know about Armie Hammer
Prior to Death on the Nile, Hammer appeared in Crisis in 2021, a drama centered around the opioid crisis, and a 2020 adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s novel Rebecca. Although these roles were significant, it was his role in Death on the Nile that remained at the forefront of his career as the scandal erupted. The film, originally cast in 2018, faced numerous challenges, including Hammer’s dissatisfaction with the filming location. He had expressed disappointment in interviews, particularly about not shooting in Egypt as promised.
The release of Death on the Nile faced considerable obstacles, compounded by controversies surrounding other cast members like Russell Brand and Letitia Wright. According to reports, the production was plagued by various issues, making the release of the film somewhat tumultuous. Despite these setbacks, it was felt that pulling the movie from theaters would have been unfair given the contributions of the rest of the cast and crew.
Since the scandal, Hammer’s public presence has dwindled. He mentioned in an interview with Bill Maher on the Club Random podcast that he is not currently making money from acting but claims to be content. Hammer suggested that the lack of work has led him to a state of happiness he hadn’t experienced before. Meanwhile, he has reportedly been living in the Cayman Islands, where he took up a hotel job in 2022 and faced issues with obtaining work permits.
Despite his attempt to move on from the scandal, it remains highly unlikely that Hammer will make a return to the film industry anytime soon. The revelations about his personal life have left a lasting impact on his career, making it difficult for him to regain his previous standing in Hollywood.
