20 times actors performed their own stunts and left us shocked

Published Jan 16, 2025 07:38 ET

Christian Bale - The Dark Knight (2008) | Image Source: Warner Bros. Pictures

19. Robert Downey Jr. – Sherlock Holmes

Robert Downey Jr. - Sherlock Holmes (2009) | Image Source: Warner Bros. Pictures

In Sherlock Holmes (2009), Robert Downey Jr. demonstrated that his talent is not just in playing a quirky detective. Downey did most of his stunts himself in the film, including complicated fight scenes and daring chase sequences. His Holmes was not only sharp-witted but also physically agile. Downey's commitment to doing his stunts brought a raw, dynamic quality to the film, and that version of Sherlock Holmes was more of an active and action-oriented hero. His commitment brought a newfound energy to the character.