In a recent chat with GQ, Ford expressed his enthusiasm for joining the Marvel world, stating that it would be “silly” to ignore a franchise that audiences have loved for so long. He humorously likened his entry into the MCU to being a “sailor new to this town,” emphasizing his appreciation for the changing landscape of cinema. “I understand the appeal of other kinds of films besides the kind we made in the ’80s and ’90s,” he shared. “We’re silly if we sit around regretting the change and don’t participate.”
As the conversation shifted to the state of Hollywood, Ford dismissed concerns about the so-called “death of the movie star,” a notion brought up by directors like Quentin Tarantino. He firmly stated, “I think it’s rubbish,” arguing that great actors are emerging all the time. “If movies need stars, they will find them. I’ve never understood being a movie star. I’m an actor. I tell stories,” he explained. For Ford, it’s all about collaboration and being part of a team that creates compelling narratives.
In addition to his superhero debut, Ford is gearing up for the return of Shrinking, the Apple TV+ comedy series in which he stars. As he prepares for the second season premiering on October 16, Ford made an intriguing revelation during an interview with Vanity Fair, admitting that he views everything he’s done as comedy. This perspective might come as a surprise, given his roles in intense dramas like Blade Runner and Witness, the latter earning him an Oscar nomination.
Ford elaborated on his belief that humor exists in every performance, saying, “Finding the humor in the moment is what makes it survivable for us most of the time.” He also shared his passion for jokes, attributing it to his father’s love for storytelling. “The wordsmithing and the ideas that lay behind a joke have always interested me,” he noted. As he reflects on his long career, it’s clear that Ford sees no distinction between serious drama and comedy—both are simply different facets of storytelling that he relishes as an actor.