"It gave me the career and life I have, so I’m very grateful for it.".
In celebration of the movie's anniversary, Elwes reflected on making the film and shared personal stories of his time on the set.
Though many of his memories were recounted in his 2014 book, "As You Wish," here are a few thoughts that even the biggest "Princess Bride" fans might not know:.
He was a fan of the book as a teenager: Elwes' stepfather gave him a copy of "The Princess Bride" when he was 13, and he was instantly hooked.
Author William Goldman's sense of humor captivated him, and of course, he said he was "enamored" with Westley.
No, he didn't have a ponytail during filming: "They had wigs and little ponytails -- stuff like that," Elwes said of his on-screen look.
"But the funny thing was, by the end of the movie, my hair grew to the exact length they needed! »