Production on Eddie Murphy and Keke Palmer’s upcoming film The Pickup has been halted after several crew members were injured in an accident on set in Atlanta.
Murphy, 63, and Palmer, 30, were previously seen filming on set, but filming has now been halted after an incident on Saturday, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The accident took place during a “second unit action sequence” that had already been rehearsed, according to an Amazon spokesperson.
“Unfortunately, the sequence did not go as planned and several crew members were injured,” the spokesperson said.
“We are still gathering the facts about what happened and why, but our thoughts are first and foremost with those who are recovering.”
Production on Eddie Murphy and Keke Palmer’s upcoming film The Pickup has been halted after several crew members were injured in an accident on set in Atlanta.
“The well-being of the entire crew and cast is our first priority, and we will continue to insist on the highest safety standards in the industry during filming. All safety precautions were reviewed before and monitored during filming.
On Tuesday, the Associated Press reported that the incident was a car accident that occurred when a truck “stuck” and hit another vehicle.
“It was a completely freak accident,” an anonymous source told the AP, adding that the stunt performed was not considered particularly dangerous.
The source said two crew members were hospitalized due to the accident and another remained in hospital on Tuesday.
The injuries “ranged from bumps and bruises to broken bones.”
The IATSE crew union also released a statement saying, “IATSE is aware of an accident that occurred on the set of The Pickup in Georgia and has opened an investigation.
The film’s plot is being kept under wraps, although Deadline reports that the film will be a heist comedy.
The film also stars Eva Longoria and Pete Davidson.
Last month, the duo was spotted on set in Atlanta and appeared to be sporting sparkles. The actress, 49, had a bruise on her face, courtesy of the makeup department.
Murphy, 63, and Palmer, 30 (pictured) were previously seen filming on set, but filming has now been halted after an incident on Saturday, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
On Tuesday, the Associated Press reported that the incident was a car accident that occurred when a truck “stuck” and struck another vehicle; Eddie seen in 2023
The source claimed two members of the crew from the film – which also stars Pete Davidson (pictured) – were hospitalized due to the accident, with one remaining in hospital on Tuesday .
Eva Longoria, 49, is also part of the cast. The plot is being kept under wraps, although Deadline reports that the film will be a heist comedy; Eva seen in 2024
Her black hair was in a messy ponytail and she appeared to be wearing an athleisure outfit under her large black coat. Accessories included a pair of large silver earrings.
The Flamin’ Hot director appeared to be making a call while enjoying a break on set.
Pete Davidson, 30, also answered a call while on break.
The comic wore an oversized black jumpsuit. His black hair was styled forward and he sported a scruffy beard. The finishing touch to her makeup included a black eye.
The film, which does not yet have a release date, is being directed by Barbershop and Taxi director Tim Story.
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