Actor Michael Douglas expresses no intentions for future on-screen roles.
Michael Douglas, the two-time Academy Award-winning actor and producer, has announced a break from acting, but he has not retired. The 80-year-old Hollywood legend, who is celebrating the 50th anniversary of co-producing the iconic film "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," shared his plans at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic.
After a nearly 60-year career, Douglas has decided to take a break from acting, fearing he might overexert himself and risk his health. Despite this decision, he has not officially retired, leaving the door open for special projects that might interest him.
Douglas' acting breakthrough came in 1972 with the TV series "The Streets of San Francisco." Since then, he has appeared in numerous critically acclaimed films and television shows, including the Marvel franchise, where he played Dr. Hank Pym in "Ant-Man," "Ant-Man and the Wasp," and "Avengers: Endgame" after recovering from throat cancer in 2010.
The cancer diagnosis was a challenging time for Douglas. He underwent chemotherapy and radiation, gratefully avoiding surgery that would have impacted his ability to speak. The experience made him realise the importance of family and taking time for himself.
Douglas values family time and is supportive of his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, who continues to work actively in the entertainment industry. He has stated that he does not want to be one of those people who drop dead on the set.
Looking ahead, Douglas is considering one final independent film project. He is working on securing a good script for this potential swan song. His most recent role was in the series "The Kominsky Method," and he also appeared in the MCU's "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania."
Douglas' career spans both acting and producing, beginning in 1966 with an uncredited role in "Cast a Giant Shadow." He won his first Academy Award for producing "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" in 1976, and his second in the best actor category for his role in "Wall Street" in 1987.
Despite his break from acting, Douglas remains an icon in the film industry and a source of inspiration for many. His legacy continues to shine, and fans can only hope that something special will come up to draw him back to the screen.
Michael Douglas, amidst his career break, has not closed the door on special projects that might pique his interest, preserving the possibility for future endeavors in the diverse realm of movies-and-tv and the intriguing world of celebrities. Despite his temporary hiatus from acting, his ongoing legacy as an icon in the film industry, particularly in movies-and-tv, remains a beacon of inspiration for many enthusiasts.
