Kirk Douglas on Losing a Role To Marlon Brando | The Dick Cavett Show

The late Kirk Douglas discusses his stance on the Vietnam, how Marlon Brando has opened the door to bad acting and the admiration he has for his son Michael Douglas.
Date aired - 11/4/1992 - Kirk Douglas
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Dick Cavett has been nominated for eleven Emmy awards (the most recent in 2012 for the HBO special, Mel Brooks and Dick Cavett Together Again), and won three. Spanning five decades, Dick Cavett’s television career has defined excellence in the interview format. He started at ABC in 1968, and also enjoyed success on PBS, USA, and CNBC.

His most recent television successes were the September 2014 PBS special, Dick Cavett’s Watergate, followed April 2015 by Dick Cavett’s Vietnam. He has appeared in movies, tv specials, tv commercials, and several Broadway plays. He starred in an off-Broadway production ofHellman v. McCarthy in 2014 and reprised the role at Theatre 40 in LA February 2015.

Cavett has published four books beginning with Cavett (1974) and Eye on Cavett (1983), co-authored with Christopher Porterfield. His two recent books -- Talk Show: Confrontations, Pointed Commentary, and Off-Screen Secrets (2010) and Brief Encounters: Conversations, Magic moments, and Assorted Hijinks(October 2014) are both collections of his online opinion column, written for The New York Times since 2007. Additionally, he has written for The New Yorker, TV Guide, Vanity Fair, and elsewhere.

[@BrennFilm]

"Congratulations on a splendid life" "You act as if it's over Dick..." 28 more years to go!

[@C0wb0yBebop]

BrennFilm yea... how Dick Cavett got his own talk show is beyond me 🙄

[@carlosgaspar8447]

@@C0wb0yBebop kirk douglas handled it very well.

[@mrlarvux]

@@C0wb0yBebop What?

[@ludwigfan3013]

@@C0wb0yBebop You could ask that same thing about Jimmy Fallon.

[@JudgeJulieLit]

@Andrew Langdon Dick Cavett is the best ever television interviewer.

[@thegracienetwork7847]

I met Kirk and Michael Douglas when I was 19 years old and working at a seafood restaurant in Santa Barbara. I actually made a joke at Michael's expense and his Father laughed at my joke! such a great moment

[@moviefan8533]

What was the joke??

[@somethingyousaid5059]

He should have won the Oscar for his portrayal of Vincent Van Gogh in Lust For Life. Rest in peace.

[@josephgodfrey8468]

If you mean Kirk Douglas and John Wayne, then, by all means RIP. Dick Cavett is still with us and isn't yet retired.

[@somethingyousaid5059]

@@josephgodfrey8468 Douglas and Van Gogh, not Douglas and Cavett. I'll amend the original comment though.

[@josephgodfrey8468]

@@somethingyousaid5059 Got it...

[@somethingyousaid5059]

@@josephgodfrey8468 And thanks. If you hadn't said something I probably wouldn't have been able to recognize the potential for a confusion.

[@hoatattis7283]

Something You Said: Yes indeed

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

The last of Hollywood's Golden age, 103 is a long time to be alive

[@malfattio2894]

Olivia de Havilland is still alive

[@RileySkye100]

So is Angela Lansbury.

[@hoatattis7283]

@Adelaine Delabin And who do you class as REAL men

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

@Adelaine Delabin Don't be Disrespectful

[@bygoneera9542]

there's your 103 likes

[@jameswright5627]

This man was so gracious in the interview. We'll never see the likes of him again in our lifetime.

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

True.

[@scottmcman7659]

This is the way they were. Articulate, educated (often self) and respectful. Old Hollywood had men and women of integrity. Did you hear him use profane language? Watch some others from his era and more often than not, you'll see the same thing. I sometimes listen to the old movies adapted to radio on Radio classics and when the director and actors speak afterward, they use proper and correct English. Today, the language is brutalized on a daily basis.

[@challenge2357]

Kirk Douglas is the most candid interviewee I have ever seen. He hides nothing and speaks earnestly without hesitation.

[@christopherg9806]

Kirk Douglas comes across as a very classy, down to earth man. May his memory be a blessing.

[@PeterRabbit70]

christopherg9806, Dick Cavett was usually a very good interviewer, but in this one, he said things to Kirk Douglas that were off-putting, at least to me, and Kirk Douglas handled it so well. I felt sorry for Kirk D. having to have to try so hard to respond in a positive way. Kirk Douglas was a high-quality human.

[@rachelturgeon114]

Natalie Wood.

[@Alaninbroomfield]

Just wanted to share one of my favorite Kirk Douglas movie: "Paths of Glory" - 1957. He played a military lawyer that defended 3 men during WW1 that were charged with cowardice under fire for refusing to charge a machine gun nest that would've been a suicidal charge. Excellent film.

[@KMN-bg3yu]

Thanks for reminding me of that spellbinding and unforgettable movie👍

[@michaelmaney5712]

Alan M That’s such a great movie.

[@thomasswafford250]

Fantastic movie by Kubrick. Was banned on American military bases at one point. The ending is so good but heartbreaking.

[@davidcouch6514]

Alan M Probably best-cast movie ever.

[@jasoncinema]

One of the best anti-war films ever made, and one of both Kirk’s and Kubrick’s best films as well.

[@ahyaok100]

Class act. He always spoke highly of his son's acting and not in a patronizing way. It's nice to see that they had such a great relationship. He deserved some Oscars too! Fantastic actor.

[@Johnny-rj6ou]

Class act? Highly doubtful Natalie Wood would concur.

[@jillynyx3807]

@@Johnny-rj6ou That is the Truth, he was an A /HOLE thru and thru, He is a TOTAL SCUMBAG MALE, NOT A MAN. TOTAL MONIED HOLLYWOOD FAKE ARTIST, POWER IS HIS TRIP, WHAT HE GETS OFF ON, ALONG WITH HIS OTHER GETTING OFF

[@stequis]

Did he not get one for 'one flew over the cuckoo's nest'?

[@emmettmcshane9694]

He was such an icon... I think Lonely are the brave is such a great film. Rest in Peace Spartacus you were a titan of the screen.

[@davegreene8588]

It was his favorite as well.

[@manos3790]

Failure's easier to handle than success. That's poetic and applies to many Hollywood/musical names. First interview I've seen on KD and I think he's very level headed and obviously well read. Legend.

[@brianpress1392]

I've Always found it Unbelievable that Kirk Douglas never Copped an Oscar, He was in an Incredible amount of Excellent movies, I Also feel he was much to kind, When speaking of John Wayne, But If I say Anything, too many people will start looking for Arguments. Naa,... to me, I've Always had Respect for Kirk Douglas, I've never read anything bad about him or being overly Patriotic, But if he was, at least he'd have a Right to, being that he Enlisted in The Navy during WW 2, He was Tough but Modest, & intelligent, But, It's Only My Opinion. R.I.P. (Sparticus)👍🙏

[@malafakka8530]

I think the thing is that he knew Wayne personally. We never really get to know public figures and there is always more to them than what we see from them publicly. I mean, there are sometimes people in one's life who you are friends with despite them having a pretty big flaw. What should we do? It depends on what they do and say, but I don't think it would be the right thing to cut all ties or to be unkind to them in public when they can't even defend themselves. As to the Oscars. Who knows. There were a lot of good actors around in those years. It was difficult to win one I guess. It's also not as important to win it. The idea of art as a competition is bad enough if you ask me, and too often movies with a message are chosen over those which are masterfully crafted. Or why should only one movie, actor, script etc. be awarded? Is there really one clear winner? I don't think so. He has movies that will probably be watched forever and that is worth more than award I think. Time is probably the only real award.

[@richardmartin3902]

So being patriotic would be "bad", in your opinion?

[@neweddard9358]

He's such a gentleman. Some of those questions were not really good, but he was so good hearted and tried to answer as best he could.

[@yaimavol]

Cavett kept trying to get him to denounce John Wayne, and nobody cared about that. Terrible interview

[@txmetalhead82xk]

Yeah, Cavett appeared to be acting like a jerk. He also asked bewildering questions, as well. Agreed. He should have shown better respect toward Mr. Douglas.

[@theolamp5312]

What a great interview of a sensible, sensitive, and articulate man.

[@susannagreen8462]

He was an intelligent eloquent man and a great actor

[@geenadasilva9287]

How moving to hear Kirk talking with such genuine love and pride about his son Michael. Guys, here’s how to be a good man...

[@GeoffreyPheasantFilm]

Kirk really shines here. Honest, direct and full of energy, But he is being interviewed by a particularly full interviewer in Cavett.

[@fernmann7]

Cavett was the absolute best interviewer. Relaxed manner and allows guest to talk.

[@FrankFitzgeraldFamily]

A wonderful performer, person and dad. Who would have thought such a combination could have been nurtured by Hollywood? Thanks for your service, Kirk.

[@georgeanthony7282]

Very sad to hear about the passing of this iconic actor, Kirk Douglas. Hollywood (and the world) will miss this man tremendously. R.I.P. sir.

[@grumpysorc3744]

RIP Kirk Douglas, one of the last legends of the Golden Age. I was obsessed with his Einar and Spartacus in my childhood in the USSR.

[@amyntut]

Greatly missed. One of the best.

[@Briannafrancis-e9g]

rhoads girl he’s a jerk!

[@MrKajithecat]

I love this man, he's so focused in his answers and expressing himself. I admire that.

[@JSB103]

People like you never die, Kirk Douglas!!

[@skybluemarshall]

John Wayne, giving Kirk Douglas acting advice. That's hilarious.

[@C0wb0yBebop]

Sky Marshall 😂😂😂😂

[@jayedwards1205]

Wayne is far more iconic

[@PC160]

@@jayedwards1205 "Iconic", but in a fake way. In the army, to be called "John Wayne" was an insult.

[@skybluemarshall]

@@jayedwards1205 Statues are also iconic and they can't act at all.

[@thomasswafford250]

Douglas had much more range and a sense of becoming another character. Wayne was basically the same character in every movie.

[@iamdmc]

A once-a-century actor and gentleman Rest in peace, Mr Douglass

[@T-1001]

Some really weird questions by Cavett but Kirk was brilliant.

[@coopaloopmex]

Terrible Questions, ugh

[@blueplanet9917]

Right? Not the best interviewer.

[@FormulaVase-kp3dc]

That's how Cavett can be sometimes.

[@djiniiiii]

they were all coming from a good place, hence no snapping by Douglas....Dick was a gr8 host!

[@cannarris]

Look at the shape his in at 75...

[@timcollum8695]

He was amazingly vibrant at that age

[@marcusbradley6207]

Yeh but he didn’t look like he would live til’ 103. 28 years later.

[@aikido775]

My folks had a liquor store and we catered many events in Northern Cal. I applied for and got a job in LA with a caterer when in college, 1969. had our own "mobile" bar set-up and served all kinds of drinks to celebs. always in private homes. Mr. Douglas, Mr. Lloyd Bridges, Lee Remmick (sp?)and Natalie Wood very, very graciously would come up to me when I was breaking down the bar at the end of an event and chat, asking me about my life and college and what I wanted to do with myself. Got to know them because many of the celebs. used us time and again...AND..they tipped me well during the evenings. My boss told me not to chat with them under any circumstance unless they approached me first. Period. Fired if caught doing so. Mr. Bridges helped me unload a 15 gallon keg from my van. Very nice gentleman. Paul Newman told me NOT to call him "Mr.Newman" because he said he would have to look around to see if his father was there...beer, beer, beer..he would nod at me, I'd race over with a can. long time ago...

[@pod831]

Cool job!

[@michealcurrie8272]

R.I.P. Mr Douglas. Condolences to your family and friends. With kind remembrance.

[@Ashfielder]

A giant in classic Hollywood.

[@johnharrington1800]

What a great guy Kirk was. So many great movies, so many great characters he played.

[@Johnny-rj6ou]

Yes, unquestionably he was in many great movies and played fantastic roles but being a great guy is extremely suspect? I'm quite sure Natalie Wood would agree.

[@davidschmoll3681]

Kirk Douglas was actually way ahead of his time! Great man!

[@nigelthomas589]

I was lucky enough to meet the legend in LA...Down to earth and generous with life advice-Unforgettable!

[@theflorgeormix]

Kirk was amazing. Total tough guy yet great communicator. Real movie star absolutely.

[@PetraKann]

Lots of respect for Kirk Douglas when he stood up for a black listed writer during the early 1960s, (Spartacus) See the movie Trumbo for quick synopsis.

[@pb7491]

Kirk appears to be a very switched on and smart guy. Would be great to have shared a beer with him, it would have been very interesting.

[@ernestgrouns8710]

An absolute giant of the silver screen. A great guy as well. Rest in peace!!

[@miriamgold8005]

What a positively delightful interview. 10 mins well spent

[@ianstewart9487]

The golden age of talk shows when guests actually talked about something else apart from the book/film/ shoe they were plugging. Kirk and Dick, two gentlemen.

[@klipkultur2951]

Here Kirk is about the age of Michael today.

[@rickrick5041]

Klipkultur 75

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

Michael isn't gonna live 103.

[@Teri_Berk]

@@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212 How do you know?

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

@@Teri_Berk Mathematics

[@Teri_Berk]

@@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212 Show the proof then

[@scott7521]

Wow! 1992.... he was already 76!

[@GarseJanacek]

Real great American icon. Puts this generation of "celebrities" to shame.

[@thetruthchannel349]

Ya. Its embarrassing.

[@saammahakala]

"Failure is easier to handle." - Kirk Douglas So true., so true.

[@richardkeogh4724]

I don't need a critic to tell me I'm an actor. I make my own way. Nobody's my boss. Nobody's ever been my boss. Kirk Douglas

[@thetruthchannel349]

You talk like that in Hollywood now and your PR and management scoop you up and hide you in a mental ward for 3 weeks.

[@63Baggies]

"I live for myself and answer to no one". Steve McQueen.

[@HAL9000-AJ]

😆😆❤️

[@glassroom135]

They’re a perfect match conversationally. Very entertaining to listen to them and hear their chemistry.

[@willoneil1456]

Got to meet Mr. Douglas in 1989 in California at Dodger Stadium great Guy. RIP

[@baldilocks1914]

The hair on this guy

[@judex3226]

Kirk was 76 here and showed no signs of hair loss whatsoever. That is extremely rare at that age. Even most women of 76 yrs old have lost a lot of thickness and have thin hair. Ronald Reagan was Blessed in the hair department until the end of his life. Kirk’s son Michael is 79 and like his dad has a full head of hair. Great genes

[@scott7521]

Little did Dick know that he would live another 28 years!

[@fusionn4316]

The crazy thing is that a year before this interview, Kirk survived a helicopter crash that ended up killing 2 people and injuring him and 2 others.

[@Steger13]

Dick still alive today 82 years old so im sure hw knews now.

[@film79]

Actually Dick knew exactly how long Kurt had left because Dick is part of the Illuminati

[@Matlockization]

Dick Cavett wouldn't be himself without putting his foot in his mouth.

[@Tiber234]

So good to see these clips and actors talking about their lives and whats ahead and knowing that he had decades left in him !

[@klipkultur2951]

10:04 priceless. i wish Dick the same longevity as Kirk.

[@tomault3063]

Kirk was one of my favorites; I believed every line he ever spoke. It is interesting how little chemistry he has with Dick here, though, as Cavett's sarcasm goes right over his head at several points in the interview. Cavett was great when you could follow his train of thought, but that was not always easy.

[@mlb5525]

I think Kirk chose to ignor it. Cavett actually makes himself sound like a gossip columnist with some of his questions and innuendo not the intellectual interviewer he is renowned for.

[@thomasswafford250]

@@mlb5525 probably didn't want to lower himself to that level.

[@txmetalhead82xk]

He asked some asinine questions, in my opinion . That clearly did not help.

[@milominder]

Dick Cavett is the king of the gaff. Never a dull moment. Plenty of awkward ones.

[@unwavery]

Miles Davis comes to mind 🤪

[@ajsmith5295]

Kirk Douglas what a brilliant actor and what a lovely man rest in peace Kirk respect you always Spartacus was my favourite

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

Me too.

[@coldwinter5710]

And boy, it definately was NOT over! Wow! What a blessed life...not without hardship, as we ALL face. But he handled himself with grace & dignity. God Speed Mr. Douglas. RIP

[@anthonyrisola6144]

Mr.Douglas showed immense grace and class against an onslaught of snarky,"too cool for the room" mediocrity.

[@63Baggies]

take a look at the movie Trumbo. Kirk Douglas really stuck to his guns in order to get Spartacus made.

[@SR-iy4gg]

Agreed. I thought Dick Cavett was rather rude here.

[@txmetalhead82xk]

@@SR-iy4gg Yep, classless punk.

[@abdiver12]

"Did John Wayne ever make a pass at you?" What a question to ask of Kirk Douglas (2:50)! Rest in peace sir, you will never be forgotten.

[@christinepaige2575]

That’s a typical Cavett tactic. He got a lot of praise, back when he was a big noise on TV, for being not just “literate” (oh puhleez) but “irreverent” (translation: a jerk). He was able to be successful because at that time in this country we were at a place of great insecurity and self-hatred, which was fuel to him. He has never grown out of his need to embarrass a guest if he thinks there’s a chance of doing it.

[@delcannon5051]

That was a very stupid question.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

Yes Cavett can be real idiotic !

[@choycewellington3911]

This guy, this actor was a stunning and most amazingly, gifted talent

[@TheDresen12]

look at this Kirk guy in what kind of shape he was at that age ... just wow ... Kirk Douglas is definitely one of the most charismatic actors who ever appeared on screen ... I'm Spartacus

[@tearsinrain8002]

Godspeed Kirk. What a life! You will be missed!

[@jamesagwe2981]

Rip Spartacus

[@SSN515]

corey booker replaces him in the arena! i....am....spartacus!

[@ownpetard8379]

"Spartacus looking m-f-er." He was only 5' 9" (1.75 m) in height, but the magic of Hollywood!.

[@MrPlooky]

Honesty, integrity, intelligence..

[@rossrobson6213]

I'm jealous that he's still got great hair at age 75, and there's me not even 30 yet and have lost all my hair 😢😢😢

[@jessiem276]

Look at the singer Peter Cetera, formerly of the group "Chicago"....he has way more than Kirk and he's 75, also. It's unbelievable!

[@allme2547]

Of course genetics play a role, but you're pretty young. Your body might be trying to tell you something. Like poor blood flow, or deficiency in certain vitamins or minerals. Seriously, if you ignore the small warning signs...it could result in something more pronounced or serious.

[@charleswinokoor6023]

Not one of Cavett’s better showings as an interviewer. He comes across at times as intentionally annoying and too sarcastic. Douglas, however, was just fine.

[@jerryoshea3116]

Yes..I like many of his interviews,but in this one he appears to be hunting or pursuing scandal&gossip..And Kirk Douglas is way to smart,direct and classy for that kind of BS..

[@PC160]

Cavett was always snarky and seemed to come from a condescending place, then blaming it on "the cards". Guess he was attempting to "pull something out", but it came across as obviously lazy and overbearing. Kirk Douglas was a very astute person, and wouldn't "take the bait". What a great life!

[@ludwigfan3013]

He had a pretty awkward interview with Eddie Murphy once too, it made him really look racist!

[@charleswinokoor6023]

Ludwig Fan I didn’t particularly like the way Dick handled the K Douglas interview but that was an anomaly in my view. He has always been an excellent interviewer. As for Eddie Murphy I’ll check it out, but I doubt he showed racist tendencies. I’ve always respected him for speaking plainly and asking probing questions.

[@The_Antiquary]

Typical mean-spirited understanding of this age. I see no ill will, Kirk Douglas took no offence, why should you?

[@MrPlooky]

A great man, "A Rag Man's Son" is a wonderful book..

[@tomgreg2008]

The Marlon Brando segment comes up at 6:10 ...

[@billpimblett9087]

Cheers.

[@dennisgeorge3238]

Before Brando and Clift...there was John Garfield...great actor!

[@steveconn]

Douglas was an actor; Wayne was a cowboy caricature who didn't even serve in WWII. Veterans like Kirk were the true actors and men.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

True, what John Wayne ever did was - play himself movie after movie after movie !

[@mikevaldez7684]

What a wonderful, kind man Kirk was! A so-so actor, but a truly, genuinely gracious, genuine, charismatic, sensitive & gentle man!

[@dorianponcela9680]

This guy was already a legend years ago. Rest in Peace.

[@maxwellworldwidehistorical3801]

Hand Salute to Mr. Cavett for allowing Mr. Douglas to express many good statements!

[@pgronemeier]

"Did John Wayne ever make a pass at you..." All these years I've been trying to remember why I didn't like Dick Cavett. NOW, I remember.

[@Yuna2346minji]

Paul Gronemeier who cares what you Think

[@pgronemeier]

@@Yuna2346minji Evidently five people. But, thanks for asking. LMFAO

[@piranha5506]

Paul Gronemeier I don’t understand? Did he mean it sexually?

[@marjoriemargel1567]

Golden Ahmed It was a stupid question. My family knew John Wayne, and my family was Democratic. I met him too.

[@josephcusumano2885]

😂

[@Dontuween]

It is hard not only losing a great, but one with first hand knowledge of Hollywood history.

[@stevefowler2112]

Regarding John Wayne and the military...I am a huge John Wayne fan but as a U.S. Marine vet. there is a well known story that on one of his Pacific goodwill USO tours during WWII he went on stage to speak to a group of combat Marines and the Marines booed him so harshly they had to get Mr. Wayne out of the building...the job of fighting and dying is not a movie.

[@charlesstuart7290]

They probably asking why is he in a USO show and not in a real outfit. He wouldn't have an answer.

[@buddy8068]

John Wayne had to quit football at USC because of a leg injury. So, let's be careful who you disrespect when you don't even know the man. He portrayed a man's man on screen and I read where was just like the man on screen. Get over your petty criticism. Ask Frank Sinatra's bodyguard. Lol

[@jamescrawford9643]

What a personality of a great an golden actor. I felt for him in his last days, he was ready too an die. RIP Kirk you are missed an finally are on that stage in the SKY! 🥳💓🕊️😇

[@grahamharvey6488]

Kirks brilliant portrayal of Vincent is without equal...what wonderful acting...what a really nice guy he was.RIP mate.

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

I agree.

[@theUroshman]

These actors of the Golden Age of Hollywood had real substance and imposing personalities, unlike today's actors who care more about their looks and collection of clothes than what they're gonna think, say, never mind write about.

[@Gardosunron]

Kirk Douglas seems like a decent guy. Excellent performances in Lust for Life (as Van Goh- sorry John Wayne), Paths of Glory, and Ace in the Whole among others.

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

Spartacus?

[@sidDkid87]

In no particular order: "Spartacus" ... "Paths of Glory" ... "Lonely are the Brave"

[@heavyhaul8621]

I recently heard that he thought that was his best acting job in a movie.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

Yes, the fight in 'Spartacus' with actor Woody Strode was possibly the best and most realistic of those 'Roman' type Gladiator fight scenes. -

[@mountaintruth1deeds533]

Yep, lonely are the brave, I hike the Sandias where it was filmed, Albuquerque NM.

[@cafinario]

With Oscar or without it, he was among the best.

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

Bigger than the Academy.

[@flyswatter45]

103 is a great innings.

[@tonys9413]

These were the days when this country was in a far better place than today ..... RIP.

[@levimacdonald5188]

RIP Kirk Douglas ❤🌟103 YEAR'S YOUNG..

[@MrMaverick48]

Sparticus and Lust for Life two of the best films ever thanks to Kirk Douglas.

[@FirstPlace97]

Rip, Colonel Dax

[@kamuelalee]

Great movie!

[@FirstPlace97]

@@kamuelalee yes

[@juliepatterson1221]

So sweet that these interviews are available to us these years now

[@lawrenceclemens8494]

Terrific interview. Kirk you will always be with us!

[@knownpleasures]

Michael talks like this now

[@northernbohemianrealist]

I wish that I had 1% of his positivity. Then again, I've had a life full of failures.

[@davegreene8588]

@@gerrynightingale9045 That is what every kid needs to be taught, from early on.

[@ericthepianoman3409]

And you can. Right now

[@beautifulangel32]

Admire Kirk for keeping his cool with complete Moran of an interviewer

[@txmetalhead82xk]

Did he ever make a pass at you? This one was a winner lol. Kirk Douglas looked at him like he is out in space 🤣

[@fredsalfa]

What a legend he will be missed

[@mikemccormick8115]

As great as Kirk Douglas was, he still seemed underrated in the minds of many. Truly one of the top tier great actors who should have been in the top 5 of any list of great actors. He brought intensity and realism that was unequaled, ok Brando too. But it’s a very very short list of actors who brought that quality to the screen. Possibly matched but no one better.

[@Kevin-fj3ff]

brando is a lot better than kirk even robert de niro dustin hoffman al pacino jack nicholson morgan freeman maybe even johnny dep lol lol

[@mikemccormick8115]

@@Kevin-fj3ff watch every Douglas movie then make a comment. You’ll be surprised. So many great movies he’s made and listing just 4 or 5 that you probably haven’t seen doesn’t do justice to his lifelong body of work. If you like Brando and Nicholson then you must also like Douglas because they all have intense, powerful styles, if logic applies.

[@sfak5]

What a great sense of humour!

[@edcampion3998]

Legend now immortal through his movies

[@oNiconter]

Wow he looked super old even back then, I really thought he was immortal

[@myahollandia3552]

Well he's 75 here lol

[@tomzeeh6618]

Kirk! 20,000 Leagues sealed the deal for me at age 5.

[@bonanzatime]

Me Too!😅

[@2Times22]

Smarter than his son..More interesting..Great character..RIP...

[@dougblush2887]

RIP Kirk, love you.

[@Jefferson66019]

I remember the first movie of his from my generation anyway I saw was The Final Countdown....Then I was always on the lookout for anything with Kirk Douglas always so cool as for me they were first run movies ... I even look for the Cameos. He is a class act RIP

[@73challenger5031]

I love that movie!!!

[@Jefferson66019]

@@73challenger5031 I say again...Splash the Zeros HA! HA!

[@KainedbutAble123]

Great advice for modern screenwriters: if I play a strong character I want to see where he’s weak, if I play a weak character I want to see where he’s strong.

[@dennisgeorge3238]

Before Brando and Dean and Clift and Pacino its was John Garfield who paved the way for these actors...great actor!!