CM Punk sustained a real injury while filming the action-horror movie Night Patrol, highlighting the hazards actors can face when shooting intense scenes. The incident occurred during production and has since drawn attention to the risks involved in bringing high-energy performances to the screen, especially in projects like Night Patrol.
Details Emerge About On-Set Accident
At the recent premiere of Night Patrol, sources revealed that CM Punk, known for his wrestling background and now his acting, was injured addressing a dangerous moment during filming. Musician Freddie Gibbs, who stars alongside Punk, spoke out at the event about the circumstances that led to the injury, which involved a prop gun during a key scene. Gibbs described his panic as the accident unfolded, explaining that filming had to be paused so Punk could receive medical care.
“It was a scary moment, for real, but I’m going to tell the truth,”
Freddie Gibbs, musician and actor, shared.
“I haven’t told anybody this sh-t either, I thought CM Punk was mad at me for real, for an hour. I was walking around that motherf-cker for a while like, this might be a real fight in this motherf-cker with a wrestler. I’m not going to win this sh-t. When we did the scene when I had to shoot him when he was trying to get in the apartment, I had the gun, and I swung that shit up, and it cut his hand for real.”
– Freddie Gibbs, musician and actor
Aftermath of the Incident and Cast Response
The tension on set was evident as Gibbs recalled worrying that CM Punk’s reaction might lead to a confrontation, given Punk’s reputation as a professional wrestler. Although Gibbs felt responsible and feared retribution, Punk was reportedly calm about the situation, allowing filming to resume without further incident.
“I said damn, this motherf-cker got injured for real, and it’s my fault. He’s gonna f-ck me up.”
– Freddie Gibbs, musician and actor
The Night Patrol cast, including Jermaine Fowler, Justin Long, Cyler, YG, Nicki Micheaux, Flying Lotus, and Dermot Mulroney, supported each other through the distressed atmosphere. The film, directed by Ryan Prows, is set to premiere on January 16, 2026, despite the challenges faced during production.
Significance of the CM Punk Night Patrol Injury
The CM Punk Night Patrol injury underscores the dangers even experienced performers face on set, especially in physically demanding roles. The episode has sparked fresh dialogue about safety on action film sets among actors, directors, and viewers. As anticipation builds for the film’s release, the incident serves as a reminder of the real stakes behind action-packed scenes involving high-profile talents like CM Punk, Freddie Gibbs, and the rest of the ensemble cast.
