The 15 Oldest Movie Stars Who Are Still Working Regularly
Hollywood has always celebrated youth, but some of its most enduring icons are proving longevity is just as compelling. From Clint Eastwood still directing in his 90s to Sylvester Stallone leading modern streaming hits, veteran stars continue to shape the industry well past traditional retirement age.
While some do simple cameos or nostalgia appearances, most are still headlining projects, winning awards, and adapting to new platforms like streaming television. This list highlights a generation of performers who built Hollywood’s legacy and are still actively contributing to it today, several decades into their careers.
Tommy Lee Jones
- Born: 1946
- Age: 79
Continues selecting occasional roles, remaining active, with recent appearances and industry attention albeit slowing output and focusing on selective projects.
Sylvester Stallone
- Born: 1946
- Age: 79
Recently starred in streaming series Tulsa King and continues producing and acting in action-driven projects across film and television, as well as having a reality TV series about himself.
Susan Sarandon
- Born: 1946
- Age: 79
Maintains steady work in independent films and television, frequently appearing in dramas and prestige streaming productions in recent years.
Helen Mirren
- Born: 1945
- Age: 80
Continues appearing in major films and franchises, including recent action and drama roles, while maintaining a steady presence across both cinema and television projects.
Danny DeVito
- Born: 1944
- Age: 81
Remains active through voice acting, television, and film roles, with ongoing involvement in comedy and animated productions. Currently filming a Jumanji sequel.
Robert De Niro
- Born: 1943
- Age: 82
Recently starred in The Alto Knights and continues leading major films and high-profile streaming series projects.
Harrison Ford
- Born: 1942
- Age: 83
Transitioned into television with major roles while still appearing in blockbuster films, maintaining a strong presence in franchise and streaming content.
Al Pacino
- Born: 1940
- Age: 85
Continues acting in films and streaming projects, often taking supporting roles in biographical and crime-oriented productions.
Patrick Stewart
- Born: 1940
- Age: 85
Recently reprised iconic roles in television while maintaining steady work in voice acting and film appearances. Will return in Avengers: Doomsday.
Ian McKellen
- Born: 1939
- Age: 86
Continues acting across film and stage, with recent projects spanning independent cinema and theater productions.
Morgan Freeman
- Born: 1937
- Age: 88
Frequently appears in thrillers and dramas, alongside narration work, maintaining a consistent presence in film and streaming releases.
Anthony Hopkins
- Born: 1937
- Age: 88
Remains highly active, continuing to lead films and prestige projects across international productions. Has several recent works, Locked being among them.
Judi Dench
- Born: 1934
- Age: 91
Selectively appears in film and television, balancing health limitations with occasional high-profile acting roles. While ‘retired’ from acting, she has recently done a documentary about her life.
Michael Caine
- Born: 1933
- Age: 92
Recently appeared in The Great Escaper, his most recent film. He is still engaging in occasional industry involvement.
Clint Eastwood
- Born: 1930
- Age: 95
Directed Juror No. 2 recently and continues developing new films, remaining active behind the camera into his mid-nineties.