Indiana Jones 5 writer says Steven Spielberg quit as director because his ideas ‘didn’t work'
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Steven Spielberg stepped down as director of Indiana Jones 5 due to trouble behind-the-scenes, it’s been revealed. “It’s a gracious time to step out the door because I think the last thing a new director wants is the old director’s writer.” Spielberg has said he will remain on board as a “hands on” producer of the film. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Watch Apple TV+ free for 7 days New subscribers only. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free Following the sequel's announcement, many fans were left questioning the necessity of another follow-up considering the lukewarm response to 2008's Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.