Harrison Ford opens up about his favorite movie line for real-life situations: 'Get off my plane!'

Harrison Ford reminisced about his experience filming 'Air Force One' and recounted a story involving former President Bill Clinton
UPDATED JUN 18, 2023
Harrison Ford played the character of President James Marshall in 'Air Force One' (Todd Wawrychuk/A.M.P.A.S. via Getty Images)
Harrison Ford played the character of President James Marshall in 'Air Force One' (Todd Wawrychuk/A.M.P.A.S. via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Even as many people frequently connect Harrison Ford with the iconic characters of 'Han Solo' and 'Indiana Jones', Ford, 80, acknowledges that he personally quotes from his performance in the 1997 movie 'Air Force One' the most on a regular basis. 

"Get off my plane!" which he said famously in 'Air Force One' acting as commander-in-chief is what he uses more often in his personal life, Ford told People. Ford being a pilot himself is the reason for its regular usage. "Because I fly, I probably say why more than I need to, 'Get off my plane!'" Ford told People. 

'The kick-ass president'

Notably, Ford also reflects on his time working on 'Air Force One', telling an amusing story about former President Bill Clinton referring to him as "the kick-ass president" after seeing the film. He also admitted that he kept three outfits from the set of the film, which he wore routinely until a few years ago.

'I was disadvantaged physically. I'm trying to get back'

Ford confesses that he relies significantly on rehab and physical therapy rather than traditional training to maintain his physical fitness. He admits the difficulties he encounters as a result of multiple ailments, noting his passion for tennis and long-distance road riding. He is presently unable to play tennis or ride his bike owing to shoulder problems, but he is desperate to restore his talents, adding, "I was disadvantaged physically. I'm trying to get back."

'I’m really just like an old man'

Even as Ford tried to keep himself physically fit, he joked,  "I’m really just like an old man." He revealed about recovering from various ailments, "I’m recovering from various injuries, so I continue to keep myself moving." With the forthcoming release of 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny', there is tangible excitement for Ford's return to one of his most renowned characters, Indiana Jones. The actor shares his wish to see the character "rally for one last adventure", demonstrating his continuing love for the part that has captivated fans for decades.

'It was positive and humbling and nice'

During the Cannes Film Festival, Ford was awarded the Palme d'Or for lifetime achievement and he earned a standing ovation from the audience. Ford said, “I was just trying to keep myself composed,” he told the media outlet before adding “There was very generous applause from the crowd [and] it was positive and humbling and nice.”

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