Steven Spielberg was reportedly asked to leave the set of the 1976 film *The Outlaw Josey Wales* after visiting his friend and collaborator, director Clint Eastwood. The incident illustrates the strict control Eastwood maintained on set, even with an already successful filmmaker such as Spielberg present.

Spielberg had previously worked with Eastwood on the 1975 film *Jaws*, in which Eastwood provided the mechanical shark’s voice for a promotional gag. During the later visit, Eastwood reportedly told Spielberg that he could not remain on set, reflecting his preference for avoiding distractions while directing and starring in the Western.