Jason Momoa Hits Pause on Acting — Here's Why
With Supergirl, Street Fighter, and Dune: Part Three all on his 2026 slate, former Aquaman star Jason Momoa says he wants to hit pause, revealing nonstop travel has left him feeling detached from acting and ready to step away for a little bit.
Jason Momoa isn’t exactly someone you’d expect to hit the brakes—not with a slate as packed as his. In 2026 alone, he’s got Supergirl (where he jumps in as Lobo), Street Fighter, and Dune: Part Three on his schedule. But here’s the twist: despite all these big-screen commitments, Momoa says he’s actually feeling pretty worn out, and is floating the idea of stepping away from acting for a bit.
Why is Momoa Hitting Pause?
The answer has a lot to do with On the Roam, his docuseries for HBO Max—season 2 just dropped May 14, 2026. The show basically sends him all over the place, connecting with artists, making stuff, and ditching the Hollywood grind for something a lot less scripted. From what Momoa’s been sharing, it’s not just made him rethink his priorities, it’s been something of a wake-up call about how boxed-in he’s felt by constant acting gigs.
When he sat down with CBR, Momoa was pretty blunt about it. Here’s the standout line:
'I’d like to maybe stop f*****g acting a little bit and actually go to school and learn how to play music a little bit more so I could be better, but f**k it, I’m still a work in progress, you know what I mean?'
Translation: the guy wants some time to chase music—maybe even do some honest learning—and move past the grind of movie set after movie set. Not exactly the usual PR soundbite, but definitely relatable if you’ve ever wanted to jump off the treadmill for a while.
On the Roam: More Than Just a Side Project
So what’s On the Roam actually about? It’s not just Jason playing tourist. The show tosses him into all kinds of creative pursuits and puts the spotlight on craftspeople and artists across America. The official pitch is 'Jason Momoa as he travels the country chasing art, adventure, and friendship through the lens of craftsmanship.' In less flowery terms, Momoa’s out there meeting interesting people, learning new skills, and posting about them, usually after finding them on Instagram. It’s clearly had an effect on him, as he points out those encounters have stuck with him—even if he doesn’t see everyone regularly, he’s still keeping tabs on what they’re making.
It sounds like, compared to playing action heroes on green screens, getting to actually interact with real humans and work with his hands has woken something up for him. He’s gained an appreciation for slowing down and doing something more hands-on, instead of just moving from one blockbuster set to the next.
The Rest of His 2026 Looks... Busy (For Now)
- Supergirl (DC Studios): Momoa shows up as Lobo, with the movie aiming for theaters June 26, 2026.
- Street Fighter: No major details have leaked yet, but it’s anchored to the same year.
- Dune: Part Three: He’s on board for Denis Villeneuve’s next go-round in the spice-filled desert.
So yeah, don’t expect Momoa to pop up at every next big Hollywood tentpole—at least, if he has any say in it. Based on what he’s saying now, after he finishes this marathon of projects, he might be found in a music classroom instead of a massive set. Not a typical Hollywood move, but for Momoa, maybe it’s exactly what’s needed after years of chasing tentpoles and superheroes.