93 Quotes by Jeff Daniels

The indie world changed when the economy went south. I was frustrated with doing something, then waiting for it to come out, and sometimes it never did, or would just play in New York for 50 people. So I really wanted to try something else.

I think the American electorate should work a little harder at getting informed. That includes hearing, truly listening, to what the other side is saying. Whether you're left or right.

I always wanted to do films. I'd gone to New York early in 1976 and did a lot of theater, but I really wanted to chase the paths of people like Pacino and Lemmon and those guys. Alan Arkin. Film was where I wanted to go.

I just never did buy this idea that you have to live in Los Angeles to be an actor. I didn't see that as a requirement in my job description.

The biggest compliment I think an actor can get is I can't imagine anyone else in the role.

I have done all of the genres, and the dramatic role is my favorite.

Every actor just wants good writing.

One of the more noble things the Oscars can do is pay attention to movies no one knows about. Blockbusters don't need much help.

Stars don't want to have flaws. Stars like to be likable.