Why Did Sean Connery Quit Acting? How Long Did Sean Connery Suffer With Dementia?

Sean Connery, one of the most iconic actors of his generation, officially retired from acting in 2006. While health concerns played a role in his decision, with the actor citing successful surgery to remove a tumor from his kidney, there was another, more significant factor that pushed him to step away from the spotlight: his experience on the set of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen.

Connery’s time working on the 2003 film was anything but smooth. He reportedly had a difficult relationship with the film’s director, Stephen Norrington, whom Connery described as “insane” and a “lunatic.” The tension between the two was palpable, leading to regular clashes on set. These conflicts were so severe that they left a lasting impact on Connery’s view of the industry.

In later interviews, Connery opened up about how his tumultuous experience on The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen led him to consider retirement. The film’s troubled production and his strained relationship with Norrington soured his enthusiasm for acting, ultimately inspiring his decision to leave Hollywood for good.

How Long Did Sean Connery Suffer With Dementia?

Sean Connery’s death certificate was retrieved by the publication TMZ and showed that he died of “respiratory failure” caused by pneumonia, old age, and an irregular heartbeat. But according to those closest to him, Connery had also been struggling with dementia for the two years leading up to his death.