People love a good sunset. Especially in Hollywood, where we’re obsessed with the "final bow" and the "last ride." So, when word got out that Clint Eastwood was filming a legal thriller called Juror #2, the narrative wrote itself. At 94, it had to be his swan song. Right?
Honestly, don't bet on it.
The man is currently 95 years old—born in 1930, if you’re doing the math—and he’s still moving. While everyone was busy eulogizing his career after Juror #2 hit theaters (and then quickly vanished into the world of streaming), reports started surfacing in late 2025 and early 2026 that he’s actually in pre-production on something else. He basically told an outlet that he hasn't lost his touch and plans to keep going until he’s "truly senile."
Clint Eastwood Movies Recent: The Juror #2 Situation
Let’s talk about the movie that was supposed to be the end. Juror #2 is a tight, ethically messy courtroom drama that stars Nicholas Hoult. It’s about a guy serving on a jury who realizes, with a sinking gut feeling, that he might actually be the one responsible for the crime being tried.
It's classic Eastwood. No flashy CGI. No 20-minute explosion sequences. Just people in rooms making terrible choices.
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Why You Probably Missed It in Theaters
Warner Bros. did something weird with this one. They gave it a "limited release" in November 2024, putting it in fewer than 50 theaters. They didn't even report the box office numbers at first. It felt like the studio was trying to bury it, which is a bizarre way to treat a legend.
- The Streaming Pivot: It eventually landed on Max (and Netflix internationally).
- The Critical Consensus: Critics actually loved it. It’s sitting with a 93% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- The Vibe: It feels like a throwback to those 90s John Grisham thrillers, but with a darker, more nihilistic streak.
If you haven’t seen it, you’ve missed one of Hoult’s best performances. He plays a recovering alcoholic named Justin Kemp who is terrified that coming clean will destroy the life he’s built with his pregnant wife. It’s uncomfortable to watch. It’s supposed to be.
Moving Past the "Final Film" Myth
Before Juror #2, we had Cry Macho in 2021. Most people thought that was the ending. He played an old rodeo star taking a kid across the Mexican border. It was... soft. A bit shaggy. It didn't have the bite of The Mule (2018), where he played a 90-year-old drug runner for the cartel.
But that’s the thing with Clint. He doesn't care about the "perfect" ending.
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He’s the white Jackie Chan in terms of work ethic. He just keeps showing up. There was a rumor floating around in 2025 that he was working on a "passion project" with a cast already locked in. While he later called some specific interviews "phony," the consensus in 2026 is that he’s still looking at scripts. He’s obsessed with the idea that a man can get better with age.
The Malpaso Machine
His production company, Malpaso, is a well-oiled machine. He’s famous for shooting fast—one or two takes and then he moves on. He hates wasting time. Maybe that’s the secret to making movies in your mid-90s. You don't spend three hours debating the lighting; you just shoot the scene.
What's Actually Next?
As of January 2026, there isn't an official title for the "new" project yet. However, industry insiders keep pointing toward a smaller, character-driven story. He’s moved away from the big-budget heroism of American Sniper or the historical weight of Letters from Iwo Jima. Lately, he’s interested in the "everyman" who messes up.
He likes stories about guilt. He likes stories about how the law doesn't always equal justice.
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"I'll work as long as I can still learn something." — Clint Eastwood (basically his 2026 mantra).
If you’re looking to catch up on the most recent era of his work, you sort of have to look at it as a trilogy of aging:
- The Mule (2018): Dealing with regret and family.
- Cry Macho (2021): Dealing with legacy and kindness.
- Juror #2 (2024): Dealing with the impossibility of a clean conscience.
How to Watch the Recent Films
If you want to stay current, you won't find these on basic cable much. Juror #2 is the priority. Check Max if you're in the States. For Cry Macho and The Mule, they're usually rotating through various streaming platforms or available for a few bucks on VOD.
Honestly, it's worth watching Juror #2 just for the ending. It’s ambiguous. It’s frustrating for some people, but it’s the most "Eastwood" way to finish a story. He doesn't give you the easy answer. He leaves you sitting there feeling a little bit greasy about the protagonist.
Practical Next Steps for Fans:
- Watch Juror #2 on Max: Don't wait for a theatrical re-release; it’s not happening.
- Track Malpaso Productions: If a new casting call drops in Georgia (his favorite recent filming spot), that’s your confirmation a new movie is officially rolling.
- Revisit The Mule: It’s the better "acting" performance of his 90s era compared to Cry Macho.