Michael Douglas Admits He Enjoys Acting Too Much To Retire

Sep 27, 2019 by apost team

Legendary actors eventually reach the point when they want to call it a career. Working in Hollywood isn't easy. Even if you move into character actor roles and cameos, the physical grind might not be something an older actor wants to do. And then there's the great Michael Douglas.

He was a TV sensation in the 1970s with The Streets of San Francisco, and he became a top box office cinematic draw during the 1980s. Does he want to retire now? Douglas' response to questions about retirement is, "No way!" He reasoning? Douglas says he is having too much fun to go away.

At 74, Douglas is more active now than in several years. He received an Emmy nomination for "Lead Actor in a Comedy Series" for his role in The Kominsky Method. The TV success comes after his high-profile appearances in the Ant-Man movies. The Marvel Comics Cinematic Universe is red-hot. Douglas wisely accepted the part of Hank Pym, the original Ant-Man who becomes a mentor to the new Ant-Man. Other top-name actors from previous generations turned down options to appear in comic book movies. Michael Douglas' recent success might lead others to reconsider.

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The Press Association asked Douglas about his retirement aspirations at the Bafta Los Angeles Tea Party reports The Independent. Douglas responded with the previously noted point about him having too much fun. Don't look for Michael Douglas to walk away from film and TV offers. He's not doing it for the money, although the big payoffs are surely appreciated.

Mostly, Douglas appreciates the attention. He knows his fans have not forgotten him. And he's making new fans, too.

The great career of Michael Douglas continues. Long-time fans may feel uplifted once they read about his current career joys. Tell them about the fun Douglas is currently enjoying. They may share in his happiness.