The actor, who played gay activist Sc...
He tells the publication, "Some people think I'm gay because I've played these gay roles... but it's not true... I'm not gay.
"I'd tell you if I was. I guess the reason I wouldn't is because I'd be worried that it would hurt my career. I suppose that's the reason one wouldn't do that... But no, that wouldn't be something that would deter me. I'm going to do projects that I want to do."
James Franco is also keen to clear up rumours suggesting he's "a stoner" - thanks to his drug-seller role in Pineapple Express.
He adds, "Everyone thinks I'm a stoner... (but) I don't smoke pot."