Why are actors so much older than their characters?

Why are actors so much older than their characters? There are many technical reasons producers choose to hire actors much older than the character they play. For one, most teenagers and minors under 18 can only work under a highly restricted number of hours due to labor laws. Their time on set has to revolve around their schooling, rest and meals.

There are many technical reasons producers choose to hire actors much older than the character they play. For one, most teenagers and minors under 18 can only work under a highly restricted number of hours due to labor laws. Their time on set has to revolve around their schooling, rest and meals.

How old is George Mcfarland?

64 years (1928–1993)
Spanky McFarland / Age at death

How old is Darla Hood?

47 years (1931–1979)
Darla Hood / Age at death

Did Carl Switzer have any children?

Why are actors so much older than their characters? – Related Questions

Is Darla still alive?

Darla Hood / Date of death

How old is Carl Switzer?

31 years (1927–1959)
Carl “Alfalfa” Switzer / Age at death

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