Sir Michael Caine on why Best Sellers will be his final film

Simon Mayo talked to Sir Michael Caine about his new film, Best Sellers, and why he is giving up acting to be a writer.

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[mariogiresi]

I can’t imagine a movie world without a Caine appearance in it. But, time marches on and he has given his entire adult life to us with one classic after another.

[milesbrad]

This is heartbreaking. A national treasure and acting icon. Thank you for your work Sir Michael Caine 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[TheOneWithTheManyZs]

Well, he will most certainly be missed on the upcoming movie landscape. Who knows, maybe Chris Nolan can get him another cameo-level part like in Tenet, but even if it doesn't happen... Man this dude has built himself quite a movie legacy.

[delbongo]

I honestly thought Tenet was gonna be his last film when his only scene climaxed with the line, “Goodbye, Sir Michael.”

[peterd]

Well, he's certainly left his mark on the film industry. The man's a legend.

[davedogge]

Doesn't matter he's a legend for eternity. To turn up and in some cases carry a movie like he has done in the past to such a high standard has been an absolute joy to watch.

[normadesmond]

one of my all time favorite actors. Sorry to hear this news, Michael, but you earned it. You'v made bloody good movies and gave joy to lots op people all over the world.

[nardacampbell]

What an awesome actor this Man is! I'm sure there will be a good part out there somewhere for this great Man. Just needs the right script....Bring it on Michael his accent....💖

[eyelidman]

The end of an era. What an incredible legacy this great actor and writer leaves. We salute you Sir Micheal Caine! Thanks for so many glorious cinematic memories.🙏☀️📚🎬🚗☀️🇬🇧🙏

[richkeyworth]

Maybe Nolan will give him a call for old time's sake

[PRPhelps]

Actually he has played an alcoholic before, in one of his best films: Educating Rita.

[donjohnstone]

Being one of the great iconic actors of all time, Sir Michael can retire if he wants to of course, but I hope there is another movie being developed, that includes a significant role for him.

[boscobel]

What a great person...one of my all time heroes and a chat shows dream guest. Had many lovely meals in Langans....

[Harryhas]

Legend. Wish him all the best in retirement.

[karlhungus]

You'll definitely be missed, Sir Michael Caine. Thankfully, your films will live on and continue to entertain us. Best of luck in your writing career. I also hope you're able to find some relief for your spine problem.

[markxist]

He's only ever written his autobiographies. He was saying in the mid 90s, when he first retired, that he was going to become a writer and that he had written most of a novel which he described as a nuclear thriller. He also said that if someone wanted to make a movie of it there was a supporting character he would play

[pamboskourtoulos]

He played an alcoholic in Cider House Rukes, got an Oscar for that

[TomGallagherSuperboyBeyond]

He's had an incredible career. As sad as i am that i won't see another new Michael Caine movie after Best Sellers. The man has earned it. And if his writing makes him happy, that's good enough for me. Good luck to him.

[tombutler]

What a legend 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 love him in The Eagle Has Landed & A Bridge Too Far 👌🏻

[equine]

I love Michael Cane. Great movies. Good looking man. And love his voice.