Why Sandra Bullock Is Stepping Away From Acting After 'The Lost City' (Exclusive)

ET chats with Sandra Bullock and Daniel Radcliffe about their new film, 'The Lost City,' which is in theaters on March 25. The actors gush about working with each other on the star-studded action-comedy, as Sandra reveals that this may be her last time acting for a while. The mom of two opens up about how she hopes to spend more time with her children. Plus, Daniel shares details about starring in the upcoming Weird Al biopic.

[@Christynmaine]

Her priorities are right where they need to be. Good for her! She’s always done roles that combine humor with strength.

[@last7509]

cmon. this is an actor

[@Bluedhalias]

@@last7509 ??

[@elizabetht7420]

Yes!! Love that she rather focus on her family! It's great that she was able to enjoy her career for a long time as well. She's really had some great movies!!! Love them all.

[@ginafriend1690]

She's merely stepping away for awhile. She didn't say Retiring. Jeez ... Listen ...

[@Bluedhalias]

@@ginafriend1690 whats wrong with either one?? its her life, why is everyone judging?? also the original comment wasnt rude at all and didnt mention her "retiring" so what are you talking about

[@genealogygirl7777]

She’s almost 60. She deserves retirement like anyone else. Sandra, go enjoy that beautiful family. Even though your fans will miss your acting, it’s not about us! ♥️ Do what makes you happy. 😊

[@AllCelebritiesSite]

Wow.she still look so young

[@khinzakhan66]

She is what????? 60?

[@genealogygirl7777]

@@khinzakhan66 getting close to 60. She will be 58 in a few months.

[@nanduarte2119]

@@genealogygirl7777 Thank you! That's like saying a newborn is almost a 3 yr old

[@squilliamfancyson2870]

@@nanduarte2119 Oh look. It’s another Internet expert who needs to prove to themself how right they are by nitpicking even the most harmless of comments. She’s pushing 60. Get over yourself.

[@dharmawannab]

Daniel has done a marvelous job at breaking free of the Potter character. While he'll always be connected to it and no one will ever be able to remake that character he has done a great job at being able to parlay a career independent of the Potter franchise.

[@Maatjuhhh]

Agreed. It took a little while tho. Emma Watson also managed to break free too. The Perks of Being Wallflower and that movie of Noah's Ark was great too.

[@hotstuff400]

@@msanrai I prefer this movie better than Tom Holland's Uncharted

[@harleyhendrix8467]

I still call him Harry Potter

[@aaronamos4503]

He'll always been forever linked to Harry Potter.

[@CatherineWoofsHallam]

Harrrrrryyyyyyy Pottteeerrrrrrr

[@LaurenInJersey]

I watched Jim Carrey the other day say that he was retiring too. His words were so profound. "I am enough, I have enough, I've done enough". Bless them both.

[@LaurenInJersey]

@@Ty-1452 Even if she takes a sabbatical. She produces her own projects now and that takes time. Hopefully, she'll be back one day.

[@carolhalpin481]

so many are coming down with 'covid' or 'stepping away' ...... things that make you go hmmmmmm

[@tinameadors102]

He got busted like she did🤣🤣🤣

[@UnicornUniverse333]

Jim carrey is sexual assaulter and he's bad person

[@carolhalpin481]

Let's face it, Hollywood is literally falling apart at the seams. Look around....what the hell is happening? Everyone with C or 'stepping away'. hmmmm

[@reneeossman1234]

1st and foremost this women is an amazing human being, humble, generous, family-oriented, funny, beautiful inside and out and one of the most best actresses around. She will be missed so much but again family is here priority, which it should be. My go to movie of hers is The Proposal, but I really enjoy all of her movies!! We will miss you Sandy and hope you will come back to us when the timing is right for you!!!

[@gildapatterson7792]

Well-saud, amen

[@Pretty19991]

@Cheeseburger Eddie And that's her opinion. She didn't ask for your negative reply

[@kimmaryfield3082]

Agree 💯!! Well said!!

[@jacksingleton288]

This makes me extremely sad. She is a one of a kind, a beacon of light, and a sweet soul. I will miss her.

[@wcarlosw]

Girl she says that then in about 3 years she is making her comeback. LOL It like how Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj said they were going to "retire", but dropped albums in a few years. So many actors say that then comeback.

[@jenessajeyabalasingam4783]

i rid it as bacon of light. I'm sorry LMAO

[@janreygordon1698]

She didn't die.

[@WaitingtoHit]

@@janreygordon1698 No, she's dead, and you need to accept it, Janrey. Sandra Bullock RIP 1964-2022

[@Marc-13]

She said a break not retirement 🙄 Between from since 2013 she did 5 movies and has two breaks which were three years

[@lynniev]

I absolutely love her and excited she going to enjoy her family time. Hope this isn't her last, last because she is a legend!

[@SL1TFACE]

She'll be back by the end if this year or sometime next year

[@jessicamcmurray1024]

She had a long, successful, and amazing career. She deserves to enjoy time to slow down and be with family. I think it's the right move for her. She deserves peace and to enjoy her fortunes and family.

[@cassie6349]

She is my most favorite actress of all time. I have never seen a movie she has been in that I haven't loved. It was so mind blowing to me people thinking she was a new actress with that Netflix movie she was in a few years back.

[@jbjjbb]

They're stupid. Only people under 25 who are just stupid thought she was new.

[@nikitamohanan2124]

You even liked All About Steve??? Wow you are a true fan I guess

[@helenatsahageas47]

The acting was good I just think that the plot was really random

[@isabellind1292]

"Bird Box" was terrible. I wish she'd passed on it.

[@nikitamohanan2124]

@@helenatsahageas47 which movie are you talking about?

[@kimwilliams7051]

I love Sandra I hope she doesn't quit acting but if she does she will always be my number one actress in the world she's a great mom to her children xxx

[@gildapatterson7792]

Amen.

[@BT-ch9gf]

She literally said she'll be gone for a bit. Not forever. Remember when Tom Brady retired for 3 weeks ? Lol

[@gildapatterson7792]

@@BT-ch9gf 😂😂😂😂😂😂 But Tom Brady is a man, and used to brutality. A woman can truly enjoy children and home life.

[@garfieldthecat6889]

Same here.

[@taoist32]

@@gildapatterson7792 True. I still long for Phoebe Cates to make a comeback.

[@greenspirit4229]

My favorite actress! Sorry to hear she is stepping back, but I understand the desire to enjoy your kids while they are young. Please don't leave us forever Sandy!

[@betterfad3d]

Same XD!!!!

[@albrown1812]

She's had a great career,I love to see a person walk away at the top,instead of a great actress,good person be pushed to b level movies, or horrific tv shows. Congratulations to her!!

[@emyf9197]

She's not retiring fully. She's taking a break

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

I'm so excited to see this movie, especially because it will be one of Sandy's last movie for a while. I'll miss her work she's my favorite actress.

[@helenatsahageas47]

Bruh you literally copied my comment from kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6G5XnZ9mcegiZY . Just think of something yourself to comment or don’t comment at all

[@SL1TFACE]

She'll be back by the end of this year or sometime next year

[@helenatsahageas47]

She has Bullet Train coming out in October but then she’s taking a step back until her kids are teenagers

[@alexandriarivera1013]

I love how Sandra shoots down the misogynistic questions. lol She rescues her damn self, thank you very much. Goodness.

[@kisiekat]

Yep! Loved it!!!

[@boysrus61]

I LOVE "While You Were Sleeping". It is on my all time favorite movie list and it is one of only a few movies that I can watch again and again.

[@adrianaavila8853]

Lmao, Sandra at 6:50. 😂 😂 “I didn’t understand a word he just said” me too! I love her she’s hilarious. I’m crying tears laughing right now and my stomach hurts.

[@wannabesomethingmore]

I love Sandra Bullock. Practical Magic is just one of my favorites she is in.

[@Beth5171]

Yes!!! Mine too 😊💗💗

[@snazzydrew]

Practical Magic is amazing!

[@nomdeplume2213]

Ditto!!!!!!

[@thethrifteddragon8157]

Happy for you Sandra. Enjoy your life your way!! We appreciate your movies but also that you are a real person who has a life.

[@Redwoodtree34567]

Her recent performance in the movie the unforgettable was sheer brilliance! she was so phenomenal.

[@samsalot6115]

Daniel listed my three favorite movies of Sandra's- While you were sleeping is a classic rom-com, miss congeniality and then Speed.

[@mikeyisbombable]

Most definitely my favorite actress. Glad she's taking this time to be with her family

[@SisShea]

I completely understand. Life is short. You realize what's most important when you're pulled away from it. She's had a great career. This is really no different than anyone in any career making changes to accommodate more personal happiness.

[@cainabel2009]

I hope she does come back sometime in the future, I also heard that Ryan Reynolds is taking some time of to be with his kids because as he says his kids are at the age where they need him.

[@nycmatt86]

But he's gonna be filming Deadpool 3 soon so if he's taking a break it won't be for very long.

[@gingerjolley9027]

Hope Floats. Love the scene where she selects a dress for her mother's memorial. The scent memory is so human and relatable.

[@Jace28142]

I love Sandra Bullock films…, I never tire of watching Hope Floats, While you were sleeping, The Net, The Lake House, The Blindside, Two Weeks Notice, Premonition…. and the list goes on.

[@taoist32]

No one even remembers The Net. I thought it was a great movie as it really tells how easy it is to steal someone’s identity and make them a criminal when they are not.

[@straightman4272]

while you were sleeping,Two weeks notice and Miss Congeniality are my 3 favorite Sandra Bullock movies

[@angelight677]

Premonition was one of my favorite!

[@acer4237]

She is one of the enlightened ones like many others that get out to savor what’s real in their life while it’s still within reach

[@sabrinagarza6971]

Sandra Bullock has been one of my very favorite actresses since her beginning of her acting career. It makes me very sad that she is no longer going to be acting. Happy for her and her family that they will be spending more time together.

[@julianjimerson4015]

I can respect her decision! There's nothing more important than being with family. And if you're a actor who have young children, you need be with them so you can watch them grow up. Good luck Sandra!

[@cindland]

Love Sandra. Will look forward to her coming back as an older mature women doing serious roles (think Ellen Burstyn). She’s a fantastic actress.

[@CrushOnFire13]

Oh no! I knew this would be coming. A couple weeks ago i thought to myself, damn Sandra Bullock has been acting longer than I have been alive 😱 She is my favorite actress! I am from ATX (where Sandra and her family live) and I love her so much ♥️ Her personality and vibe are just so calming for me ♥️ Edit: Someone get Sandra to write a memoir! She always makes me laugh ☺️

[@beccablueeyes99]

Sandra Bullock and Tom Hanks are the heart and soul of hollywood. Kind, funny, grounded.

[@AA-qb7ni]

I respect that a lot. We all should take a break to be with family if we can.

[@thewayithappens469]

i will really miss her. but i’m happy that she’s taking time for her family love that for her

[@Butterfly-rd4je]

Heartbreaking news Love watching her. But family is priority.

[@aubreyjo2262]

Hollywood has several talented actresses but she’s my most favourite one. Love you Sandra Bullock 💌

[@PastaSausta]

Sandra Bullock has brought me so much happiness. She’s a phenomenal and hilarious actress who has brought us some wonderful films..Practical Magic has to be one of my absolute favorites. I’ll miss her acting, but I think she’s making the right choice to be a full time mom. Love you Sandra. ❤️

[@angellove2637]

I hope she doesn't quit acting because i love all of her movies

[@nakedjalen2731]

I'm so proud and happy for Sandra. I totally understand. She's had an awesome career and I get she just wants to relax and take a break to focus on herself and family. She's earned that right.

[@dtulip1]

I don't think being a full time mum is relaxing tbh

[@jessielynn]

Do you really need to “earn the right” to focus on yourself and family?

[@mtopski2886]

Makes me sad as well. My husband and i watched all her movies, and more than once! She is a breath of fresh hair, genuine…. Just love her acting! But i get the reason why she needs to take a breath…good on her! She a very good person!

[@chelisecaceres924]

I’m happy for her but ugh!!! I love her acting and all her movies. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ she’s amazing but mommy duties comes first. I respect her so much for that. Enjoy family life.

[@trinitywright7122]

Sandra is smart and always has been. She knows the film industry. Good call Sandra.

[@juliana15yu]

She's such a precious woman. A great mother

[@H81234]

I’m so glad Daniel got to play a villain and star along Sandra.

[@MC-342]

Haven't seen her in a movie for a very long time. Thought she was retired already. Good for her. Spend time with your kids.👍

[@missmom1760]

I have been forever a great fan of Sandra Bullock and she will be dearly missed, but if she's retiring to make herself happy and to have more time with her family!! Thumbs up girl!! Family value has been diminished through the years; everything has taken more priority over family value. Many, many blessings to you and whatever you decide to do from now on!! Love you and will miss you!!!☺👍👍💖

[@AA-qb7ni]

Love Sandra and Daniel. Literally the nicest people in Hollywood.

[@shiamakhangout4136]

So grounded and so real Sandra is !! GOD BLESS U

[@pickeerose4129]

She's so beautiful; my favorite actress of all times. I will await your return, meanwhile enjoy your rest, family, and more. You deserve it. ❤️

[@tiffanylockett5950]

🥺 She has given SO much over the years! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ You have *no* idea my admiration for her, just as a person! It's immeasurable for me.

[@ShelliLK]

God bless Sandra and her family. She’s given us so many fantastic movies. Love her - mass respect

[@MUSTANG-FANNY]

Fabulous❣ You go and have a wonderful time with your family. I look forward to see this movie, as enjoy her approach towards acting. Sandra reminds of Betty White, so authentic.💝

[@jeanettelopez8223]

End of an era. Thanks Sandra Bullock for giving us the best

[@littlemouse91019]

I just saw while you were sleeping for the first time the other day so all I have to say is sandra does not disappoint and I love her movies. I definitely will miss her but I got some of her other movies to catch up on because she always does a solid job! Much applause 🙂 👏

[@the.artists.studio.london7321]

Sandra Bullock is a class act all the way.

[@Meggsie]

I'm so excited because Sandra and Daniel are on my list of favorite actors.

[@Melissa-yv5ye]

She's in so many favorites for me. She's done so well. Enjoy your family lovely lady.

[@suhasinimadhuryachennubhot9342]

I just love Sandra! I will miss you but I know you’re doing this for the best!

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

She's had a very long, successful career :) I'm happy she's retiring and putting her kids first.

[@polliefuchs3428]

I love all your movies Sandy, but I totally feel wanting to be there for your family, and if in the future you show us some love again that would be great too. Much love to you ❤

[@gildapatterson7792]

Love Sandra Bullock and her co-star's interview ❤️. Thank you ET 🥰.

[@briandaleske5139]

I respect actress star (SANDRA BULLOCK) for her taking a temporary break from acting in movies, in order to be a full time mom for her kids, and spend more time with the rest of her family.

[@l3goshi]

Im gonna miss seeing her in movies :l i always get hyped when i see her in movies but its nice that she's giving herself some rest and time for herself and her family

[@amberf3599]

I absolutely love this cast💗

[@susanlisson7066]

I love that she pointed out that she isn’t the typical damsel in distress in this new movie like the naive reporter wanted her to be. Have a lovely break with your family Sandra & maybe when you decide to return we will see you in a Marvel franchise of some description. Love all your movies, really enjoyed The Heat which I only saw recently. Hilarious!

[@luisaoliveira2689]

Soooo sad. I'm gonna miss her! What a great career! She so deserves to be happy!

[@enakshibaruah9215]

Hey Sandra, you are one of Hollywood's superb actors....totally awesome. Spend quality time with your family and yes we will miss you a lot. So maybe you can do at least one movie in a year. A humble request from a fan. Thanks.

[@meetvirginia7023]

Sandra Bullock and Courtney Cox look a lot alike WOW 😮

[@cassie6349]

Not even close. Courtney looks awful

[@VC-mo5yg]

Lol. Sooooooo much filler and botox. Ooh, yuk. Stop, just stop. Her forehead just does not frigging move. Zero expression, how truly sad.

[@Jayxroberts]

Not rlly

[@colewilliams6623]

You could tell that Sandra didn't really want to be there UNTIL the conversation about the leaches kicked in. Then she got so into the convo that she started to enjoy it more.

[@rosemarie575]

Love Sandy, I have been a huge fan since first seeing her in Love potion number 9. I hope she has loads of fun away from Hollywood and de stresses enough to give the fillers a rest, she is sadly starting to look like a caricature. It’s shocking than even with everything that has happened in recent years, women in Hollywood still being pressured into looking as young and thin as possible to feel they are worth anything. Instead of being valued for their talents.

[@briansumner6439]

Hi Sandra, I just want to say that you’ve been my favorite actress/ celebrity since 1994 and I enjoyed watching all your movies from the very first to the recent last ones and it’s been always a joy 🥲 watching them all with you on em. I understand all your reasons why you’re leaving acting. After all you’ve done for everyone in the world, you deserve to live a nice retirement life. God bless you Sandra. We all love you 😘 ❤️❤️.

[@B501M]

The cast of 'The Lost CIty' is amazing!!! Sandra with Daniel?!?! i'm so jealous

[@Garland67]

I will really miss her. I was hoping The Heat pt.2!!

[@ryandavid739]

Give the interviewer a raise. She's excellent at her job.

[@niccoleholmes567]

Sandy B have fun enjoying those kiddos. I look forward to seeing you when you come back, but until then I wish you love and happiness. 💕

[@dianeg.1771]

I’m going to miss her.

[@theresajopson4157]

Loved this movie! Laughed and laughed! Will miss her but will be watching my favorites over and over!

[@Bamgeutcutiepie]

"she's had a very good career" hahaha Dan is so sweet. he might be one of the sweetest actors in the industry.

[@zayn181]

WE NEED A BIRD BOX 2 AT SOME POINT PLEASE SANDRA 😭😭😭😭

[@mariaaliciabustosmontalva8478]

Did she put something in her lips????? She is so pretty. She doesn't need any extra stuff. 😕 . Well, it's her life. 🤷‍♂️

[@kathykb8123]

Yeah, she has had some work done, sadly.

[@voyance4elle]

Not only her lips I would think.

[@barbaraharley3149]

Sandra u are a great actress we love u. You have had a good run,its good to step away when u are still at the top of your game. That's good spending time with your family and watching your children grow up. I applaud u Sandra for leaving Hollywood and focusing on your family.

[@berrymunchkin7197]

This is great!!! Some of my favorite actors and actress in one film??!!!🤪😆😆 Can't wait to see it🎇🎉

[@intexas9434]

How wonderful. Be with the kids and family. Next time you blink…the kids will be all grown. Grab every moment.

[@lazaromurad322]

ughhh! finally I think we all need a Sandra bullock comedy movie the worlds needs to laugh I need to laugh!

[@stevenavarette9334]

I Love Sandra bullock, I've been a fan of hers for 20 years. She's done so many great movies. ✨🙏🕊🙏✨ Thank you Sandra💜💜💜

[@Beauty_In_Simplicity]

I have so many favorites! Bird Box, Speed, The Proposal, Practical Magic, The Lake House, Hope Floats, Miss Congeniality. Can't wait to see The Lost City. Good on you Sandra, do what makes you happy! Thank you for all the great movies and sharing your excellent talent with us!!!

[@marykuball1167]

You will be missed 🥺. Sandra you are my favorite. I have MANY of your movie's. Can't wait for you to come back, but your happiness with your family comes first before anything.

[@lisarichards1273]

Good for her! Sandra Bullock is a legend and her movies will live on forever! Even the best of the Best celebrities need to take a mental health break, and she wants to spend more time with her children. I love her!

[@Moni-je1bw]

Sandra Bullock looks just like Caitlyn Jenner!! I still love her though😍

[@courtneyleanne6405]

Ewww... she looks way better than that hag!!

[@Jocelyn_Jade]

Good for her. How does this affect us?

[@lisaoverton1604]

Some of the lamest softball questions I have ever heard in an interview. It’s like she isn’t even a real person having a real conversation. What torture for actors to have to do this over and over and over to promote their films.

[@sexytrish8701]

I definitely want to see last call and the the Weird Al Yankavich Bio Pic

[@mastervz4806]

Can’t believe she’s 58! I’d retire too. I’m going to look like a bag of coal when I’m 58.

[@fatengh5946]

I don’t think shes retiring maybe a break from Hollywood.

[@ida-mariem.knudsen1074]

she’s 57 but yea:)

[@robindore9582]

I love you Sandra bullock. I love what you r doing you will enjoy every second with your children. Love and peace always.

[@Annie-ZA]

LOVE SANDRA ... but have to admit that her lip botox is a MINUS in my opinion. 😥

[@LittleMissHoop]

The lips are so distracting!

[@carrieb1414]

Ok and?

[@LittleMissHoop]

@@carrieb1414 ...and people should consider not ruining their faces with plastic surgery. It's good to discuss things in life.

[@carrieb1414]

@@LittleMissHoop it’s their choice. You have to live with it and move on.

[@Reese493]

@@LittleMissHoop we also have to learn to mind our business. Let pple do what makes them happy. She's not doing it for you and it doesn't affect you. LEAVE👏THE👏PEOPLE👏ALONE

[@Baja2424]

She so beautiful

[@leonnorris294]

She's one amazing actor. After a while the body Wears out for all the physical stress of being in a movie film. Enjoy your family time. Don't forget to pop up once in a while and some type of season out there.

[@JeanBrewer]

Aw, I love Sandra so much! For a few minutes I was really sad, then I realized that she needs to enjoy life. She deserves that. Meanwhile, we can all rewatch her many movies and that would take a long while. Enjoy life Sandra! You're the best!!

[@Chasing_santino]

I just wanted the heat 2

[@ilja13670]

I completely agree!!!!!

[@shizukagozen777]

Daniel's reaction to the rumor with George Clooney. 😂😂😂

[@lisaconnally9388]

Love Sandra but sad too see a beautiful woman in her 50’s go too far with fillers and botox. She and I are the same age but I’m not going that route and very thankful for good genetics. Maybe in retirement she will go back to natural and be happy in life.💖 Aging sucks bring on med beds!