Jonathan Majors Crashes Through Window on Daily Wire Action Set

Jonathan Majors’ latest action film, produced by Ben Shapiro’s The Daily Wire and Dallas Sonnier’s Bonfire Legend, is currently under scrutiny due to an on-set incident and a crew strike. The film, tentatively titled “Knuckle,” had a recent mishap where Majors and co-star JC Kilcoyne accidentally crashed through a window during filming.

On-Set Accident Details

Footage obtained by Deadline shows Majors and Kilcoyne stumbling backward through a glass window during a scene. The duo fell approximately six feet as crew members rushed to check on their safety. In the background, Majors can be heard confirming if the incident was captured on film.

Sources revealed that the glass pane was replaced with unsecured tempered glass intended to shatter during a later stunt unrelated to the actors. Kilcoyne reportedly required stitches for his injuries, although his representatives stated he received immediate care on set. They emphasized that he felt safe throughout the filming process.

Production Challenges

Alongside the accident, the film’s production faced labor issues leading to a strike organized by IATSE. Crew members halted work on March 26 due to various labor concerns, marking the on-set incident as a pivotal moment for many workers. The union has advised its members not to cross the picket line while producers seek replacements.

Response from Producers

Dallas Sonnier, responding to inquiries about the on-set accident and the crew’s strike, made a comment suggesting a notable comparison between the actors’ fall and the experiences of union representatives.

Film Background

Directed by Kyle Rankin, “Knuckle” reunites him with The Daily Wire and Bonfire Legend after his previous project, “Run Hide Fight,” which premiered at the Venice Film Festival. Specific plot details about the action movie remain closely guarded, but an initial logline suggests a story focused on American warriors facing homeland threats with unwavering resolve.

Jonathan Majors’ Career Status

Majors, who not only stars in the film but also serves as an executive producer, has seen a tumultuous few months in his career. His high-profile roles in productions such as “Creed III” and Marvel’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” experienced setbacks following a domestic assault conviction in 2023.

Since the controversy, Majors has lost significant roles, including a biopic portraying basketball icon Dennis Rodman. However, he has strived for a comeback, recently earning acclaim for the bodybuilding drama “Magazine Dreams,” which debuted successfully at Sundance. Additionally, he is slated to appear in Martin Villeneuve’s upcoming thriller “Merciless.”