Michael Douglas Reflects on Long Career, Says He’s Content to Remain Off-Screen

The award-winning actor and producer said he ‘had to stop’ after spending the last six decades in the spotlight.

U.S. actor and film producer Michael Douglas poses on the red carpet of the 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic on July 5, 2025. Michal Cizek/AFP via Getty Images

Oscar-winning actor and producer Michael Douglas has revealed he has “no real intentions” of returning to the spotlight after not working in the film and television industry for several years.

The 80-year-old made those remarks while speaking at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic on July 6.