11 Pieces Of Useless Trivia About Austin Powers

The hair and glasses were based on a young Professor Stephen Hawking.

Jim Carrey was offered the role of Dr. Evil, but declined and opted for Liar Liar instead.

SNL alum Colin Quinn was offered the role of Scott Evil, but declined.

Daniel Craig has publicly stated that Austin Power ruined the James Bond franchise.

Larry Thomas - best known as the Soup Nazi from Seinfeld - had a small role as a card dealer.

Mr. Bigglesworth's real name is Ted Nude-gent, in reference to Ted Nugent.

Mimi Rogers and Liz Hurley both asked to keep their leather catsuits after the film was finished.