The American actor, known for playing William Afton in Blumhouse Productions film, shared an unexpected detail that adds a new layer to the experience for fans of Five Nights at Freddy’s. The movie, based on Scott Cawthon’s popular franchise, has captivated audiences with its faithful production design and numerous references to the original games. And as expected, the film is packed with hidden secrets and details for fans to uncover.
Before its release in late October 2023, director Emma Tammi promised that the live-action adaptation would include cool easter eggs, enticing fans to watch it multiple times to catch every reference, from a nod to a canceled game to a tribute to the Scream series.
But it turns out there are still some behind-the-scenes secrets. Matthew Lillard, who plays the main antagonist, William Afton, recently revealed a surprising detail that will change how fans view one of the movie’s final scenes.
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Matthew Lillard Shares a Hidden Detail About the Ending of the Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie
Recently, the American actor—also known for his role as Shaggy in the live-action and animated Scooby-Doo projects—appeared on GalaxyCon’s TikTok channel.
In the video, Lillard reacts to one of the final scenes in the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie, specifically the part where William Afton becomes Springtrap just before being defeated by the other animatronics at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza.
The actor revealed that he was sick while filming that part, which explains why his voice sounds particularly different. Fans remember the line “I always come back,” which, thanks to Lillard’s confession, has become even more memorable and special.
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“The crazy part of this is that I lost my voice because I was so sick. I’d attended a convention the weekend before, and during this whole sequence [in the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie], I was really sick.”
Lillard also shared a humorous anecdote: many young fans believe the suit really hurt him, so they often ask if it was painful. He clarifies that the scene wasn’t real, reassuring them that he wasn’t harmed during filming.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 started filming in late October and is expected to hit theaters exclusively in December 2025. As we wait for more details from Blumhouse Productions and Universal Pictures, actors Josh Hutcherson and Elizabeth Lail have already confirmed their return, along with Matthew Lillard, who will be back in some form.
So, what do you think of this revelation? Did you enjoy the movie’s ending? Let us know in the comments.
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