Harrison Ford Admitted The Best Directing Note He Ever Got Was Only Four Simple Words

It’s likely that most people could quickly list several iconic characters played by Harrison Ford without hesitation, from blockbuster legends like Indiana Jones and Han Solo to live-action novel heroes Jack Ryan and Rick Deckard. This A-list actor has a wealth of experience on movie sets. However, with all those hours spent on diverse projects come numerous instructions. In an intriguing revelation, Ford shared the best advice he received from a director, and it’s surprisingly straightforward.

Ahead of his second MCU movie, Thunderbolts*, arriving on our 2025 movie schedule, he joined Ali Plumb’s BBC Radio 1’s Screen Time podcast. Via Plumb’s Instagram clip of their interview, Ford shared the most memorable four-word note he’s ever received on set. He recalled the short phrase:

Same thing, only better!

It’s surprisingly fitting, given his background as a Star Wars actor, that he is so direct and pragmatic. The most intriguing aspect is that this approach can be applied to everyday situations, as Plumb mentioned during their discussion. However, the question remains: who provided him with this guidance, and for which project or role? This could span over four decades of work on both big and small screens, from the highly anticipated 2025 TV series 1923 to the upcoming third season of Shrinking.

There’s no escaping the contemplation of those rumors surrounding the actress from ‘Brave New World’, which circulated for quite some time. Fortunately, director Julius Onah has provided clarity on the matter. Moreover, the actor’s impressive resume in films like ‘Blade Runner’ ensures he remains a highly sought-after talent across Hollywood.

Besides his successful film career, his previously mentioned shows are certainly worth your attention. The popularity of “1923” has only escalated as it delves further into the prequel universe of “Yellowstone” during its second season. The “Yellowstone” prequel focuses significantly on Ford and he continues to shine in the series. Simultaneously, the drama on Apple TV+ offers a fresh perspective on the versatile acting skills of “The Fugitive” star.

His knack for following enigmatic advice from the director, resulting in the production of numerous titles throughout his career, remains remarkable. This is even more impressive when he casually mentions working on sets where he and Helen Mirren from “1923” had to wear electric undergarments to stay warm. Notably, this same advice prompted him to join a skit by Conan O’Brien that involved destroying a Millennium Falcon model (although he technically wasn’t able to do it again). Regardless, the casual nature of that experience has left an impact on him and opened up numerous opportunities.

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2025-04-04 02:07