"Exactly why we use CGI and not practical effects": Fans concerned about Tom Holland after reported accident on set

Tom Holland accidentally hits head during accident while filming (Getty via Soap Central CMS - Resized on Canva)
Tom Holland accidentally hits head during accident while filming (Getty via Soap Central CMS - Resized on Canva)

Tom Holland is currently recovering after an accident while filming the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. According to The Sun UK, the British actor fell and hit his head and was treated for a concussion. So far, the filming for the next Spider-Man movie has been on pause, as confirmed by Holland's father.

Tom was not the only victim of the fall. Another woman, who is presumed to be a stunt double, was also taken to the hospital. Tom Holland's fall could lead to a potential investigation by the Health and Safety Executive.

According to the East of England Ambulance Service spokesman, they shared a statement, saying:

"We were called at 10:30 a.m. on Friday to attend to a patient who had sustained an injury at Leavesden Studios in Watford... An ambulance was sent to the scene, and the patient was transported to hospital for further care."

Many were worried about Tom Holland's condition after the news broke out. Keep reading to see how netizens reacted.


Netizens concerned about Tom Holland after he fell while filming the upcoming Spider-Man movie

DiscussingFilm took to X to share the news of Tom Holland's accident while filming on set. The post has garnered much attention, with over 700 comments and 2.5 million views.

One user (@rasalistair) expressed how risky it is to act out stunts while filming. They wrote:

"this is terrifying and exactly why we use CGI and not practical effects for stunts like that. i’m so sorry to Tom and i hope Sony takes the responsibility of taking care of their star seriously. not cool! get well soon tom!"

Another user (@youngsugarcoat) questioned how the actor managed to fall if he was attached to safety gear. They commented:

"With all the wire attached to him, he still caught some fall damage?"

Another actor who is known to act out all his stunt scenes is Jackie Chan. A netizen (@_Grrn_4c3_) wrote:

"Welcome to the Jackie Chan Stunt Team, Tom. ngl am surprised he even made it pass inititation."

Another fan (@relientkenny) expressed how they want everyone to be safe while filming. The comment reads:

"i want everyone to be safe. idgaf if y’all gotta do CGI Spiderman for some scenes"

Another concerned fan (@StrawhatZakuto2) added:

"Listen. He one the last people we need dying. He better chill.. we got paid stunt doubles for this shi"

Tom Holland's on-set accident has sparked concern among fans and raised questions about safety during filming. While he is recovering from a concussion, production for Spider-Man: Brand New Day remains paused.

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Edited by Benidamika Jones Latam