Breaking Bad actor Bryan Cranston to retire from acting in 2026; here’s why

Actor Bryan Cranston, famous for his lead role in the hit show Breaking Bad, has said in an interview that he plans to retire by 2026. Bryan Cranston won the Golden Globe Award and many Emmy Awards for his groundbreaking role in Breaking Bad. He will also feature in Wes Anderson’s Asteroid City this June.

Why is Bryan Cranston retiring?

The 67-year-old actor revealed to British GQ Magazine that he wants to travel and spend time with family, and give his wife time.

"It’s not going to be like, ‘Oh, I’ll read and see what I’m going to do.’ No, it’s a pause. It’s a stop. I won’t be thinking about [work]. I’m not going to be taking phone calls," Cranston said in the interview.

Cranston wants to be in France with his wife, live in a small village and pursue gardening. He said that for the last 24 years, his wife Robin has had to "adjust her life based on mine. She has tremendous benefits from it, but we’re uneven. I want to level that out. She deserves it."

How did Bryan Cranston meet his wife?

Bryan Cranston met his wife Robin Dearden, also an actor, while shooting for an episode of Airwolf in the 1980s.

What are Bryan Cranston’s upcoming projects?

Before he retires, Bryan Cranston has his plate full. He will be seen in Wes Anderson's much-awaited film Asteroid City as Host. The film premiered at Cannes in 2023. It will be released in theatres in the US on June 16, 2023, and have a worldwide release on June 23, 2023.

Cranston will also be seen in a spy thriller called Argyle, with co-actors Henry Cavill, Samuel L Jackson, and Dua Lipa.

Bryan Cranston is currently seen in Showtime’s Your Honor, which is also produced by him.

FAQs

Q1:Where is Bryan Cranston now?
Actor Bryan Cranston runs a mezcal business with his Breaking Bad co-star Aaron Paul.

Q2:Is Breaking Bad Based on a real story?
The show Breaking Bad is not based on a true story.