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Adam Scott Says Losing 'Six Feet Under' Role to Michael C. Hall Nearly Made Him Quit Acting

He detailed the audition test’s impact on Amy Poehler’s Good Hang podcast.

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Overview

  • Scott said he and Michael C. Hall both tested for the role of David Fisher, which ultimately went to Hall.
  • He described the loss as "painful," calling Six Feet Under "the show" of the early 2000s that "eclipsed all other shows."
  • Scott praised Hall as "perfect and incredible" for the part and said he "wasn't ready."
  • He later appeared on the series in Season 2 as David Fisher’s boyfriend in a guest role.
  • Hall’s performance as David earned a 2002 Emmy nomination for lead actor in a drama.