50 Cent completely understands why Eminem never followed up the 2002 box office darling 8 Mile with another starring role. According to 50, the biggest difference comes down to control, which inevitably is something Eminem wasn't willing to give up. So, this is why they couldn't get [Eminem] back after 8 Mile, because he can control things when we work on music in the studio. Watch 50 break down his on-screen journey and Eminem's lack thereof in full below. Watch 50 Cent Explain Why Eminem Didn't Act After 8 MileSee Best-Selling Hip-Hop Projects in 2026 So Far