Hollywood is full of surprises, and sometimes the biggest stars sneak into films without you even realizing it. These hidden cameos are like little Easter eggs for fans—unexpected moments that make you go, "Wait, was that really them?" Let’s dive into some of the best movie cameos that flew under the radar—see if you caught any of these hidden gems!

Stephen King in It Chapter Two – The Pawn Shop Owner

In It Chapter Two, Stephen King—the author of the horror classic—makes a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo as a grumpy pawn shop owner. He sells Bill Denbrough (played by James McAvoy) his old bike, "Silver," but not without poking fun at him for being a writer who can't come up with a good ending. It’s a fun moment of self-awareness, especially since King is famously known for his long, often controversial endings!

Daniel Craig in Star Wars: The Force Awakens – The Secret Stormtrooper

Did you know that James Bond himself, Daniel Craig, made a cameo as a stormtrooper in The Force Awakens? Craig played the stormtrooper guarding Rey, the one who gets tricked by her Jedi mind powers into loosening her restraints. The line “And I’ll drop my weapon” suddenly sounds a lot cooler when you realize it's being said by 007 in disguise. Hidden behind the helmet, it was an unexpected treat for fans!

David Bowie in Zoolander – Judging the Walk-Off

Who better to judge a walk-off between Derek Zoolander and Hansel than the ultimate icon of style himself? David Bowie made an unforgettable cameo in Zoolander, playing himself as the referee of their outrageous runway duel. His sudden entrance—complete with his classic "Bowie" card—is as legendary as his music, making it one of the coolest cameos in comedy history. Bowie brings some serious glam to the already ridiculous showdown.

Stephen King in It Chapter Two – The Pawn Shop Owner

In It Chapter Two, Stephen King—the author of the horror classic—makes a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo as a grumpy pawn shop owner. He sells Bill Denbrough (played by James McAvoy) his old bike, "Silver," but not without poking fun at him for being a writer who can't come up with a good ending. It’s a fun moment of self-awareness, especially since King is famously known for his long, often controversial endings!

Stan Lee in Every Marvel Movie – The King of Cameos

No list of cameos would be complete without the late, great Stan Lee. He made appearances in almost every Marvel movie, from a librarian in The Amazing Spider-Man to a barber in Thor: Ragnarok. Lee’s cameos were like Marvel’s secret stamp of approval, giving audiences a little wave from the man who started it all. It was always a game to spot him—he was the ultimate comic book Where's Waldo.

Glenn Close in Hook – The Bearded Pirate

One of the most surprising cameos is Glenn Close in Hook. She plays a male pirate with a thick beard who gets thrown into the "boo box" by Captain Hook. Close is completely unrecognizable in her pirate get-up, and unless you look really closely, you'd never guess it was the same actress famous for playing Cruella de Vil. It’s a hilarious cameo from an Oscar-winning actress that leaves you scratching your head and rewinding to see it again.

Matt Damon in Thor: Ragnarok – Playing Loki... in a Play

In Thor: Ragnarok, Matt Damon makes a surprise appearance as an actor playing Loki in an Asgardian play dramatizing the events of previous films. Damon’s over-the-top performance as Loki, complete with melodramatic death scene, is comedy gold. It was a cameo nobody expected and made for a perfect surprise, adding an extra layer of humor to the already hilarious movie.

Cate Blanchett in Hot Fuzz – The Masked Ex-Girlfriend

In Edgar Wright’s comedy Hot Fuzz, Cate Blanchett appears as Nicholas Angel’s ex-girlfriend, Janine, but you wouldn’t know it unless you looked closely. She’s fully suited up in a crime scene investigation mask and glasses, making her completely unrecognizable. It’s a quick scene, but knowing that an Oscar-winning actress was hiding behind the mask adds a fun little twist.

George Lucas in Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith – The Blink-and-Miss It Senator

Even George Lucas couldn’t resist appearing in his own galaxy far, far away. He made a quick cameo in Revenge of the Sith as Baron Papanoida, a blue-skinned senator hanging around during a scene in an opera house. It’s so subtle that even the biggest Star Wars fans might miss it, but it’s a fun nod from the creator who gave us the entire saga.

Brad Pitt in Deadpool 2 – The Invisible Vanisher

Brad Pitt as the Vanisher in Deadpool 2 might be the ultimate cameo joke. The Vanisher is invisible for most of the movie until, in one shocking moment, he touches a live wire, briefly revealing that he’s played by none other than Brad Pitt! It’s so fast that if you blink, you’ll miss it, but it’s absolutely hilarious—and typical of the self-aware, fourth-wall-breaking Deadpool humor.

These cameos remind us that Hollywood loves a good surprise, and sometimes the best moments are the ones you don’t even notice until someone points them out. Whether it’s a rock star, a legendary author, or a beloved actor in disguise, these quick appearances make movies even more entertaining for those in the know. Next time you watch one of these films, keep your eyes peeled—because you never know who might be lurking in the background!