James Franco shared how his life has changed after being pushed out of Hollywood

Franco, known for films like The Interview and Pineapple Express, took a break from acting after facing a lawsuit in 2019. He was once closely associated with Seth Rogen, but their friendship ended after allegations of sexual misconduct emerged in 2018.

At that time, Franco claimed the accusations were not true but wanted to ensure that those without a voice were heard. He eventually settled the lawsuit for $2.23 million with two former students from his film school, Studio 4, which is no longer operating.

Now, Franco is back in the spotlight with a role in Hey Joe. When asked if he felt the treatment he received was unfair, he responded, “It is what it is. I’ve moved on from it. It’s over.” He mentioned that he has worked in the U.S. and is focused on moving forward.

In his interview, Franco talked about taking a break and how his priorities have shifted. He now looks for different things to bring him happiness. He expressed gratitude for this time away, saying it allowed him to do personal work and make necessary changes in his life.

Franco stated, “Now that I’m working again, I can focus on the project instead of trying to fill a void with my work. I have a great life and I’m thankful for it.”

In December 2021, he admitted to having relationships with some of his acting students but clarified that it was not a planned action. Reflecting on his fall from grace, he noted that being labeled as “bad” was hard but ultimately necessary for his personal growth.

He emphasized that during his time away from Hollywood, he used the opportunity to make positive changes in his life. “I had to change my whole way of living,” he said. “I am proud of the work I did during that period. I may not have been in movies, but I was working on bettering myself.”