Joel McCrea quotes

Joel McCrea was an American actor known for his roles in classic Hollywood films, especially Westerns. His career spanned several decades and included collaborations with legendary directors such as Alfred Hitchcock and Preston Sturges. He earned acclaim for his authenticity and easygoing screen presence. Here are 8 of his quotes:

I have no regrets, except perhaps one: I should have tried harder to be a better actor.

Joel McCrea

I never pretended to be a great actor.

Joel McCrea

I turned down as many roles that I thought were beyond my abilities as I did ones I thought weren't good enough.

Joel McCrea

Duke Wayne played a mean guy but never an anti-hero.

Joel McCrea

People say I'm a one-note actor, but the way I figure it, those other guys are just looking for that one right note.

Joel McCrea

After 87 pictures in 47 years, I knew when to quit.

Joel McCrea

My first business deal was with my mother. I invested in chickens. I sold the eggs to my mother.

Joel McCrea