This actor didn't appear for even a minute in Casper and it was enough to make him a star

Next year marks 30 years since the release of Casper, the charming movie based on the animated series and comics that follows the adventures of a friendly ghost. Released in 1995, Casper was a notable success both in theaters and in its physical format release, leading to two sequels released directly on video. The film, starring Christina Ricci as Kat and Bill Pullman as Dr. James Harvey, focused on the story of a family facing four mischievous ghosts in a mansion, with Casper being the friendliest of them.

A small but very significant role

One of the most remembered scenes is the Halloween sequence, where Casper, briefly portrayed by young actor Devon Sawa, performs his human form in an unforgettable dance with Kat. Although Sawa only appeared in this scene for 45 seconds, his participation catapulted him to fame among teenagers, becoming a pop icon at the age of 16.

Recently, Sawa commemorated this anniversary on his Instagram account, reflecting on the impact that his brief appearance in Casper had on his life and career: “Today, 30 years ago, I appeared in a movie for about 45 seconds and it changed my life,” he wrote. After Casper, Sawa experienced another great success with Final Destination in 2000, but his career faced a stagnation in the following years.

Despite her temporary withdrawal from acting, Sawa has resurfaced in the film scene in recent years, participating in various series and movies, although she has not managed to replicate the great success of the past. As the anniversary of Casper approaches, many are wondering if there will be some kind of tribute or related project that celebrates her legacy in popular culture. And you can watch her on Apple TV if you want to see that Sawa who was not yet famous.

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