Michael Fassbender calls his audition "excruciating."

Michael Fassbender shared his challenging audition experience for "Mad Max: Fury Road" on a podcast. He arrived late after getting lost on the Warner Bros. lot, which affected his mindset. Fassbender described the audition as "excruciating," particularly due to an acting coach's unconventional methods. He felt frustrated by the guidance he received, which did not align with his training. Ultimately, Fassbender did not get the role, which went to Tom Hardy. Director George Miller mentioned he has more "Mad Max" stories planned, but they are not his immediate focus.