Actor Dennis Quaid said he was “very intimidated” to take on the role of former President Ronald Reagan in the biopic film, which is set to release Aug. 30.

The actor explained it took him some time to accept the role of Reagan and that he did not say yes for two months. Quaid revealed a visit to the former president’s ranch in California was what convinced him to take on the role because the historical site was where he felt a connection to Reagan.