Marvel Signs Harrison Ford for 'A Fun Ride' Amid 'Indiana Jones 5' Flop

Harrison Ford remains unfazed by the critical and commercial underperformance of "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," simply stating, "s**t happens." He revealed his decision to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe was driven by a desire for a "good time."

In an interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, the Star Wars icon acknowledged his personal belief in the need for another Indiana Jones chapter. However, he expressed indifference towards the film's negative reception and estimated $100 million loss. He explained his motivation for the final Indy film: "When [Indy] had suffered the consequences of his life, I wanted one more chance to dust him off and see what happened," Ford stated. "I’m still happy I made that movie."

This latest cinematic venture hasn't hindered his transition to another major franchise. Ford's MCU debut in "Captain America: Brave New World" sees him stepping into the shoes of the late William Hurt as Thaddeus Ross, a role significantly expanded to include the Red Hulk transformation.

Ford clarified that his MCU involvement predated knowledge of this character arc, having not even reviewed a script for "Brave New World." His participation stemmed from a sense of enjoyment.

"Why not? I'd seen enough Marvel films to see actors I admired having a blast," Ford explained. "I didn't know I'd become the Red Hulk. It's like life; you only get so far before the instructions are incomplete."

"Captain America: Brave New World," slated for a February 14th release, marks one of the shorter MCU installments and features Anthony Mackie as Captain America, succeeding Chris Evans. The film promises to incorporate lesser-known Marvel characters, including a long-awaited payoff from "The Incredible Hulk" with the introduction of The Leader.