# Michael Douglas on Turner Affair and Legal Battle

> Douglas recalls affair with Turner and near jail arrest during 'Jewel of the Nile' filming.
- Title: Michael Douglas on Turner Affair and Legal Battle · IndieWire
- Summary: Douglas recalls affair with Turner and near jail arrest during 'Jewel of the Nile' filming. Michael Douglas shared stories of his affair with Kathleen Turner…
- Keywords: michael douglas, kathleen turner, jewel of the nile, romancing the stone, affair, legal battle, moroccan jail, entertainment, culture, Michael, Douglas, Turner
- Source: IndieWire — https://indiewire.com/features/interviews/michael-douglas-kathleen-turner-affair-interview-1235221560
- Author: Jim Hemphill
- Published: 2026-10-13T14:30:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: michael douglas, kathleen turner, jewel of the nile, romancing the stone, affair, legal battle, moroccan jail, entertainment, culture
## Douglas' memoir launch
Douglas celebrated memoir release at American Cinematheque with career stories.
## Romancing the Stone sequel
Douglas produced 1984 film but didn't intend to star in Jack Colton role.
## Near Moroccan jail incident
Douglas nearly landed in Moroccan jail during 'Jewel of the Nile' filming.
## Key takeaway

Michael Douglas shared stories of his affair with Kathleen Turner and legal battle after nearly being jailed in Morocco while filming 'Jewel of the Nile'.