Several crew members were injured on the set of Eddie Murphy’s upcoming movie The Pickup in a freak accident that occurred during filming outside of Atlanta, Georgia. A truck locked up and hit a car, resulting in injuries ranging from bumps and bruises to broken bones. Two crew members were taken to the hospital, with one remaining hospitalized on Tuesday. However, both are expected to make a full recovery. Keke Palmer and Pete Davidson, who also star in the film, were reportedly not present during the accident.
The well-being of the entire crew and cast is a top priority for Amazon MGM studios, with safety precautions being reviewed and monitored both before and during filming. The incident is still under investigation, with IATSE, the union that represents crew members, also looking into the situation. The on-set accident has brought attention to the importance of following industry safety standards during film production. Murphy, Palmer, and Davidson have not yet commented on the incident.
The plot of The Pickup remains mostly undisclosed, but it was written by Matt Mider and Kevin Burrows, with Tim Story serving as the director. Alongside Eddie Murphy, Keke Palmer, and Pete Davidson, the film also features Andrew Dice Clay, Eva Longoria, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Jack Kesy, and Marshawn Lynch in starring roles. The movie’s production has been temporarily halted as a result of the accident, and further updates on the film’s status and any changes to its schedule are expected in the coming days. Despite the setback, the cast and crew are dedicated to upholding the highest safety standards in the industry during filming.
