Production on Eddie Murphy and Keke Palmer’s upcoming film The Pickup has halted, after several crew members were injured in an accident on set in Atlanta.
Murphy, 63, and Palmer, 30, have previously been seen shooting on set, but filming has now been paused after an incident that occurred on Saturday, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The accident took place during a ‘second unit action sequence’ that was previously rehearsed, as per an Amazon spokesperson.
‘Unfortunately, the sequence did not go as planned and several members of the crew were injured as a result,’ the spokesperson stated.
‘We are still in the process of gathering facts on what happened and why, but first and foremost our thoughts are with those who are recovering.’
Production on Eddie Murphy and Keke Palmer’s upcoming film The Pickup has 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 industry standards of safety while filming. All safety precautions were reviewed prior to and monitored during the shoot.’
On Tuesday, it was reported by The Associated Press that the incident was a car crash which took place when a truck ‘locked up’ and hit another vehicle.
‘It was a completely freak accident,’ an anonymous source told the AP, adding that the stunt being performed wasn’t considered especially dangerous.
The source claimed two crewmembers were hospitalized due to the accident, and one remained in the hospital Tuesday.
The injuries ‘ranged from bumps and bruises to broken bones.’
‘The crew union IATSE also released a statement that said, ‘IATSE is aware of an accident that took place on the Georgia set of The Pickup and have started an inquiry.’
The plot of the film is being kept under wraps, although Deadline reports the movie will be a heist comedy.
The film also stars Eva Longoria and Pete Davidson.
Last month the duo were seen on set in Atlanta and appeared to be sporting some shiners. The actress, 49, had a bruise on her face, courtesy of the makeup department.
Murphy, 63, and Palmer, 30 (pictured) have previously been seen shooting on set, but filming has now been paused after an incident that occurred on Saturday according to The Hollywood Reporter
On Tuesday, it was reported by The Associated Press that the incident was a car crash which took place when a truck ‘locked up’ and hit another vehicle; Eddie seen in 2023
The source claimed two crewmembers of the film — which also stars Pete Davidson (pictured) — were hospitalized due to the accident, and one remained in the hospital Tuesday
Eva Longoria, 49, is also part of the cast. The plot is being kept under wraps, although Deadline reports the movie will be a heist comedy; Eva seen in 2024
Her dark hair was styled in a messy ponytail and she appeared to be costumed in an athleisure outfit beneath 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, took a call on his break as well.
The funnyman was costumed in an oversized black coverall. His dark hair was brushed forward and he sported a scruffy beard. The finishing touches on his makeup included a black eye.
The movie, which does not currently have a release date, is directed by Barbershop and Taxi director Tim Story.
