Harrison Ford Admits His ‘Captain America’ Role Was “Being an Idiot For Money”

In a recent interview, Harrison Ford opened up about his upcoming role as Thaddeus ‘Thunderbolt’ Ross in ‘Captain America: Brave New World’, discussing the unique challenges and preparations involved. Ford humorously remarked, “What did it take? It took no care. It took being an idiot for money, which I’ve done before.”

The film will see Ford transition from portraying Ross, a role previously filled by the late William Hurt, to embodying Red Hulk. This transformation requires motion-capture acting, a departure from traditional performances.

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Ford clarified, “I don’t mean to disparage it,” adding that such roles often involve “certain things that normally your mother would not want you to do — or your acting coach if you had one.” Despite this, he expressed his enjoyment of the process and satisfaction with the positive reception of the trailer.

Reflecting on taking over Hurt’s iconic role, Ford acknowledged, “He laid a very firm foundation for the character, I respect him enormously in the work that he did in his lifetime.” He continued, “God bless his soul. I’m delighted to be able to stand on his shoulders and continue playing the character.”

Ford’s remarks highlight his respect for Hurt’s legacy while embracing the new challenges of his role. His candid reflections offer a glimpse into the dedication and humour he brings to his craft.

-Sushmita Sarkar