*An unique Deadline report has revealed that Jonathan Majors — in his first main movie position since his 2023 authorized points — was concerned in an on-set accident throughout manufacturing of an untitled motion film in Gaffney, South Carolina.
The incident has since triggered a union strike, producer backlash, and renewed security issues.
What Occurred on Set
Whereas filming a scene, Majors and co-star JC Kilcoyne by accident fell via a window, dropping roughly six toes to the bottom together with a big sheet of tempered glass. In accordance with Deadline, the glass had been loosely positioned within the body as prep for a special stunt — meant to be shattered later — however was not correctly secured or communicated for that take.
Kilcoyne reportedly required stitches on his fingers. Majors was not severely injured. Video footage of the autumn, obtained by Deadline, exhibits actors tumbling out, glass breaking, and crew dashing in.
The Tipping Level for an Already Unsafe Set
The accident was not an remoted incident. Crew members cited a number of security issues over the prior 5 weeks of manufacturing, together with props falling on employees and basic unsafe working situations.
The IATSE union (Worldwide Alliance of Theatrical Stage Workers) referred to as an official strike on or round March 26, 2026. A number of crew members walked off, and a picket line fashioned. The union additionally pushed for a contract to safe well being and pension contributions — calls for that stay unmet.
Producers’ Combative Response
When reached for remark, producers — together with Dallas Sonnier of Bonfire Legend — didn’t deny the allegations. As an alternative, their statements had been intentionally inflammatory:
“We don’t negotiate with communists.”
Earlier, they reportedly mentioned they had been too busy “being unhealthy asses, blowing sht up, flying helicopters, and killing film terrorists” to take care of “4 a**holes with indicators on the sidewalk and their illegitimate ‘strike.’”
Manufacturing is reportedly persevering with whereas they search alternative non-union crew. The union is discouraging others from crossing the picket line.
Broader Context and Fan Reactions
The movie is described as an “anthology sequel” to the 2020 movie Run Disguise Combat, with Crimson Daybreak and Toy Troopers vibes. It’s produced by The Each day Wire — Ben Shapiro’s conservative media firm — which has beforehand backed initiatives with actors dealing with mainstream backlash (e.g., Gina Carano, Armie Hammer).
For Majors, this position was meant to mark a Hollywood comeback after his misdemeanor assault and harassment conviction (he obtained probation). Followers have reacted strongly on-line:
“He can’t even get a job in a Tyler Perry manufacturing? That is what he has to stoop to? I wouldn’t be shocked to listen to of a Rust like state of affairs.”
“wtf is that this low cost azz set? … Jonathan Majors really would have gotten an Oscar. Him doing this sh!tty Each day Wire film isn’t it.”
No main accidents past stitches have been reported, and filming has not totally shut down. However the messy saga — mixing security failures, labor disputes, and culture-war rhetoric — has turned the manufacturing right into a flashpoint effectively earlier than any trailer drops.
Jonathan Majors and his co-star by accident fell via a window whereas taking pictures a scene for a Each day Wire motion movie, main crew to stroll off the set over security issues
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