In a candid chat with 'Vanity Fair', Ford reveals his love for humor, the joy of working with a skilled team, and why this project was a perfect fit for his "silly" side. Get ready to see a different side of Ford in a role that blends comedy with heartfelt moments.
- Harrison Ford is a Hollywood legend
- He has opened up on his willingness to keep working
- THIS is how he qualifies his career now
Harrison's not ready to stop
Hollywood heavyweight Harrison Ford is no stranger to the big screen, but it's his latest role in the Apple TV+ series 'Shrinking' that's got everyone talking! Ford, at the ripe age of 82, is proving that comedy knows no age limit, and frankly, we can't get enough of it.
Speaking to why Harrison still loves his job, he said this:
"Oh man, I get out of it essential human contact," the actor, 82, recently told the outlet. "I get to imagine with people that have great skill and experience…. It’s fun to work with these people."
Ford, traditionally known for his action-packed roles, admits he's always been a "silly person" at heart. "I always enjoyed humor," Ford confessed, sharing how his father's knack for joke-telling influenced him from a young age. In 'Shrinking,' Ford plays "Dr. Paul Rhoades", a character that allows him to explore this lighter side, blending humor with the depth we've come to expect from him.
"In a way, yes, because the jokes really are the surprise in everything, in a serious movie or in a streaming comedy," he explained. "Finding the humor in the moment is what makes it survivable for us most of the time. I do like to invest characters that I play with their own personal sense of humor. I think everybody has one, even if they’re not funny."
"I don’t like to get too serious," he added.
"I always enjoyed humor. I loved jokes. I loved the construction of jokes. My father was a joke teller. The wordsmithing and the ideas that lay behind a joke have always interested me," Ford explained.
"When I was thinking about becoming an actor, I was ambitious for both kinds of work — serious drama and comedy. I found myself doing both and not really distinguishing much between them. I think I think with the same actor’s head about a joke as I do about a serious or emotional scene."
But it's not all giggles and slapstick. Ford is drawn to the human element of it all as the project offers, working alongside talents like Jason Segel and creators Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein. 'Shrinking' isn't just a comedy; it's a show about real human experiences, grief, and the unconventional ways we cope, making Ford's involvement all the more special.
Ford believes in finding humor in every situation, a philosophy that shines through his portrayal of Dr. Rhoades. "Finding the humor in the moment is what makes it survivable for us most of the time," he explained. This approach not only makes 'Shrinking' relatable but also adds a layer of authenticity to Ford's character.
Despite his storied career, Ford remains grounded. "I don’t like to get too serious," he shared, highlighting his preference for projects that allow for fun and camaraderie among the cast. 'Shrinking' provided just that, a perfect blend of humor, heart, and human connection, making it a standout project in Ford's illustrious career.
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With season two of 'Shrinking' set to premiere on October 16 on Apple TV+, fans can look forward to more laughs, more heartfelt moments, and, of course, more of Ford's delightful foray into comedy. It's clear that for Harrison Ford, age is but a number, and when it comes to comedy, he's just getting started.
