Jeff Bridges revisits iconic roles in FX’s The Old Man Season 2

Jeff Bridges, at 74, is set to return for Season 2 of his FX series, which premieres on Thursday at 10 p.m. EDT on FX and Hulu. In this season, he reprises his role as Dan Chase, a retired CIA agent who must go back into action to save his daughter, played by Alia Shawkat, with assistance from John Lithgow's character, FBI Assistant Director Harold Harper. This return has prompted Bridges to reflect on past roles he would like to revisit, specifically mentioning his characters from 'Starman' and 'The Big Lebowski.' Bridges has previously participated in sequels to other films, such as 'Last Picture Show' and 'Tron,' and he shared a memorable moment of passing his original helmet from 'Tron' to Jared Leto, the star of the new show. He noted that while movie sequels have a defined structure, the nature of a television series allows for more unpredictability in storytelling, which he finds liberating. The actor also opened up about his health challenges during the first season, revealing that he was battling a significant tumor in his stomach, which he was unaware of at the time. His recovery journey was further complicated by contracting COVID-19, but he persevered, gradually rebuilding his strength and stamina. Bridges expressed a sense of camaraderie with his co-stars, emphasizing the relaxed atmosphere on set. He appreciates the creative freedom that comes with working on a series, allowing him to explore his character in ways that differ from traditional film roles.