Why Burt Lancaster Truly Hated Kirk Douglas

In 1957, Burt Lancaster reduced Kirk Douglas to tears with a harsh joke—right in front of a crowd of fans. But it was far from their only clash. Over the course of four decades, these two Hollywood legends shared the screen in seven films, battled for top billing, and pushed each other to the edge both on and off set. Today, we uncover the real story behind one of Hollywood’s most intense and volatile friendships—and why it was always headed for a fiery end.