20 times actors took roles just for the paycheck (And admitted it)

In Conversation with Jackie Chan - The Red Sea International Film Festival - Source: Getty
In Conversation with Jackie Chan - The Red Sea International Film Festival - Source: Getty

11) ⁠Morgan Freeman - 'London Has Fallen'

Los Angeles Premiere Of Paramount+ Original Series
Los Angeles Premiere Of Paramount+ Original Series "Lioness" Season 2 - Arrivals - Source: Getty

Morgan Freeman signed on for London Has Fallen, the sequel to Olympus Has Fallen, mainly for financial reasons. The aged actor confessed he didn't find much artistic merit in the role of Vice President Trumbull but appreciated the steady work. While the film was panned for excessive action and adherence to a formulaic plot, Freeman's presence lent credibility to the project. His decision underscores how even A-list stars occasionally prioritize stability over artistic ambition.

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Edited by Sugnik Mondal