Spencer Breslin

I Am Spencer Breslin from The Santa Clause 2 & 3, the Cat In the Hat, Stuck In Love, Born To Race and The Happening. AMA!!!

How old were you when you stopped believing in Santa?

Never believed in Santa ;)

How is working with Tim Allen?

Tim is the man. I worked on four films with him and had a blast. He's one of the most genuinely funny/hyper intelligent people I've ever met.

Hey Spencer, what was your favourite movie to part take in?

I've had some fun times on every shoot I've worked on. It's a toss up. The Tim Allen movies and the two Garry Marshall movies were great. "Harold" was definitely awesome. That was a fun character to play.

Do you ever get recognized in public? Do people know where they know you from?

Sometimes!

Do you have any particularly memorable anecdotes from either of the Santa Clause movies you were in? Joys or pains of working with Krumholtz or Tim Allen?

Krumholtz and Tim were always in the Joys category. Two true professionals. Very funny guys. On SC2 we'd have cast field trips after work sometimes. "Spider Man" and "Attack of the Clones" were both released while we were shooting, so a huge group of us saw those. We'd also hop around the different restaurants in the area of Vancouver where we were staying.

What are your plans for the future?

More movies and music. Hopefully a lot. Not qualified to do much else.

Is Mike Myers as awesome as we think he is? Please say yes!

He's the man. I got strep throat while we were filming and he had a bunch of Austin Powers action figures sent to my house while I was recovering. Jackpot for a 10 year old. Shit, that'd be cool now..

I remember you best from the Family Channel movie "You Wish" and "The Kid". Do you keep in touch with A.J Trauth at all?

A.J is a cool dude, but I haven't seen him in forever.

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1. You are so awesome and 2. What was your favorite scene to film in the Cat In The Hat?

1. Thank you. 2. Indoor stair luge.

Is it weird seeing your sister Abigail in so many movies?Also is she a cool sister?

It's not all that weird. Maybe seeing her in "The Call" was weird. I wanted to fuck that dude up haha. She's a great actress and an awesome sister. Love her.

Is any of your music online?

An old album is on Bandcamp. Just completed a brand new record for a new project of mine. Should have tons of updates soon.

oh and, hi Wommy!

Why does the moon look orange sometimes?

Here ya go.

I really enjoyed "The Kid", that movie is awesome to this day. Is Bruce Willis as big a dick as Kevin Smith makes him out to be?

Bruce Willis is the man. Was always cool to me. Plus Kevin Smith is a devils fan sooooo

You are such an awesome actor, Spencer. I've enjoyed your acting since the movie, The Kid. What was it like working with Hayden Panettiere from Raising Helen?

Thanks a lot! I love Hayden. We've actually known each other for a reeeeeaaaaaallly long time. I first met her when I was like four, along the NYC commercial audition circuit. She's like a sister.

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What did you really think of "The Happening"??? Do you still talk with Mark Whalberg???

Hhahahhahaha yeahhhh... I had a good time making that movie. I haven't seen Mark in a long time. He was a nice guy tho. Really nice.

What was going on behind the scene for The Happening? Was it meant to be corny as hell? Did M. Night share his secret plan. WTF was going on? Please tell us!!!

When you're making a movie with Night, you know nothing. Nada. Zip. We will never know the true intentions of Night.

How did you get started in acting?

Started when I was 3, after getting discovered at an indoor playground in my hometown of NYC. Started acting in commercials for McDonald's, Life Cereal, etc. Got lucky enough to keep working from there.

What was it like working with Dakota Fanning at the time during The Cat in the Hat?

She's smart like a grown woman. She was only 8!!! Imagine how smart she is now???

Can I have an autograph?

Best wishes, Spencer Breslin

You should totally audition for the new Netflix show of "Daredevil". I think you would make a great young Foggy Nelson. It's a compliment! Would you ever want to be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe??

That'd be sick. I like comics a lot. It would be honor.

What film direction / genre do you want to head towards for your future career?

I'd like to end up behind the camera eventually. I've directed a few shorts and produced an animated show called Really Bad Movie. I'd love to work on a Sci Fi epic.

Did your parents handle being "stage parents" well? I used to hang out with Bill Mumy and his band around that time, and got to know Bill, Eileen & Lilliana (and her brother Seth) a bit. I was wondering what kind of stage dad Bill was, having been a child actor himself.

Bill and Eileen are great people. Love them. My parents were always super supportive. They had no interest in acting, or any of the show biz bullshit. That was cool.

Wait a second, wait just a second there. You said Tim Allen is the man. Which is it?

I say that a lot. Should I be more creative?? Tim, Bruce AND Mike are all "the Man." I'm the Kid. Deal.

Thanks! Really like the vibe of it.

Thank you!!!

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My mom obsessively watches the Santa Clause movies every Christmas and makes the family watch with her. They're good movies though - so thanks for helping make them what they are :) Do you have any movies you always watch as a family? Or just a movie that you can watch a million times yourself?

On Thanksgiving it's all about "Plains, Trains and Automobiles"

Hi! I can't think of a real question, but I've been a fan of both you and your sister for a long time, so I wanted to ask something. How is your day going? :)

So far so good. Hbu?

I actually laughed! I love you :p

I love you too!!

How did you get into acting, and what advice would you give others who want to get into the field as well? Huge fan!

I sorta lucked into it in the beginning. Was discovered by a talent scout in NY at the age of 3, and started booking the commercials I went out on. Overall, it takes a lot of fucking work. My family sacrificed a ton of time, money and energy to help me follow my dreams. If you wanna do it, be serious and get ready to work really hard.

What's the deal with child actors?

The drugs and chicks rock.

Salute Spencer, I think you're a very talented actor and my question is silly, what makes you laugh and what's something we'd never guess about you? :) Kiss from France!!

Hey there! Thank you much. This makes me laugh. Something you'd never guess? I have a totally irrational obsession with hockey. I was just in France by the way. So beautiful.

Hell you've got more creativity than me. My wife is a photographer and i'm always telling her i'm envious of how creative she can be. I'm more of a logic kind of person.

I lack logic sometimes.

Who would play you in a biopic of your life? Also, favorite meal?

Jake Thomas of course. Probably a slice of pizza from Mariella's on 16th and 3rd in NY. Best sit down meal I've ever had was probably Le Grand Venise in Paris.

What is your dream job, or dream role?

I've always wanted to be an astronaut. I guess playing one would be pretty cool.

Did you like Paris? I wasn't that impressed...I mean it was pretty and all, but yeah I wish I could post on Twitter that you replied to me but I can't because I don't want people knowing my username on Reddit.

I thought Paris was cool. Was only there for a day tho.

do you like farah?

check the shirt in my verification link.

Do you ever watch The Ultimate Christmas Present when it comes on tv during the holidays? It's a tradition for me.

I haven't seen it in years.

Do you think you will continue acting or do you have another career pursuit in mind?

I definitely want keep acting. I'd also like to move into directing/producing. I've been playing music for years also. Any combination of those things would be great.

Hi Spencer, I think you're awesome and very talented, my question is silly, are you a ticklish guy? If yes, where?? Hugs from England! :)

Hey there. Extremely ticklish. It's awful. I'll never tell where.

Hugs from LA!

Hi Spencer, do you think that Jumbo Joe Thornton is "tuff" enough or "clutch" enough to play for the New York Rangers? Thanks! Big Fan!

Thanks for the support. Joe is the fucking man. Joe in the classic red, white and blue would strike fear into the hearts of all his opponents.

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Hey! I'm watching The Santa Clause 2 right now! You're fuckin cool ,man. What's your favorite restaurant ?

Thanks! You're cool too!!! I live in LA and there's this myth that the food isn't good. Some of my favorite places are Craig's and Jar. For cheap awesome food, I love Pita Kitchen and Tony's Mexican Grill. In New York for street food it's all about Halal Guys.

Do you see yourself moving more away from acting and toward other parts of film (Directing/Producing)? Also, how's Curtis doing?

Curtis is well. Definitely wanna direct some more stuff. I've directed a few low budget shorts, and produced an animated show that can be found on youtube.

hi andrew

First of all, you're awesome and The Kid is still one of my favorite films. Now, I noticed that the AMA question hasn't been asked, so I guess that task falls to me: Would you rather fight 100 duck sized horses or 1 horse sized duck?

I'm allergic to horses and terrified of birds........ I'm so dead.

Since we learned Jake Thomas is into Starcraft... Do you play as well?

I don't. I do however play console games like ES and Fallout. I play a lot of NHL and Fifa. I just bought ESO, but haven't had the time to really sink my teeth into it yet. That's next.

Very excited about NHL 15 coming out. Looks amazing!

Me too. The images they've released look incredible. A few bugs I'd like to see fixed regarding penalties.

Is there anyone you've worked with who is not "the man?"

My sister.

Any team in particular you favor?

I'm an obsessive, lifelong, long suffering Rangers fan.

Thank you haha, and if I'm ever in LA I'll check those places out! Do you have a favorite movie or tv show?

2001 is my favorite movie. I love GoT, True Detective, and I'm loving that 24 is back on. Also, Jeopardy! is my shit.

Hahah, well, if you're ever looking for someone to play against...

anytime!

Console?

ps3

Damn...

what do u play?

Are you an Angeleno or a New Yorker?

I'm a New Yorker living in LA

Dude I love you! The Santa Clause trilogy and Cat in the Hat are some of my favorite movies. I can't wait to see "Some Kind Of Hate". Have you ever been to Texas? It's pretty cool here (well right now it's hot as hell). If you have what was your favorite part about it/where did you go? I'm close to Houston. Also, what's your favorite dessert?

Thanks! I've been to Texas a few times. San Antonio and Houston. Loved the Space Center. Favorite dessert.... I'm pretty boring and not a big fan of sweets. Just vanilla ice cream, or a vanilla shake.

Xbox one and ps4!

I need to get the ps4. Was waiting for NHL 15

The Space Center is pretty cool, and hey vanilla shakes are awesome! What's your favorite band/who's your favorite singer?

Tough question. Some of my favorites, but not all of them are: the Clash, the Velvets, the Stones, Ramones... Love Springsteen, solo Lou Reed, Warren Zevon, Tom Waits, etc. Recently been listening to: Mac DeMarco and "Strike Gently" by the Virgins.

I proudly admit that I enjoyed The Happening. It was a bit farfetched but it was different. The scenes where people killed themselves were chilling. Which brings me to my question How did you feel when you found out your demise in The Happening?

Glad you liked it. It gets a bad rap, but I like it too. I was excited to do the death scene. Never died on film before that. The scene was a fucking pain in the ass to shoot though.. Did it like 6 times, and it took about an hour to reset costumes and the set because of all the blood. I was pretty happy with it in the end.

What's your favorite place in LA to go get tacos? Do they even have legit Mexican food in NY?

There are a few good Mexican spots in NY, but it honestly doesn't compare to LA. My favorite 2 AM spot is probably Que Rico in the Valley. There are so many little stands and trucks that I love too. Too many to name.

Was Tim Allen fun to work with or annoying?

Tim Allen is the Man.

He does seem funny and has been doing this a long time. What new stuff have you been up to?

I recently finished shooting a horror movie called Some Kind of Hate, and recorded an album for a new music project me and my friend started.

awesome to hear you're also a fellow man looking to satisfy his taco craving at 2 in the morning as well - best of luck with everything man!