Celebrating the Birth of the Modern Stunt Industry

Happy Birthday to one of the original Stunt Professionals, born on 20 April 1893! Without this hero, things would be very different

Stunts in film have been thrilling audiences for over a century. From silent films to modern-day blockbusters, stunt performers have been risking their lives to bring excitement and drama to the big screen.

The earliest recorded stunt in film history was performed in 1903 by Harold Lloyd in the silent comedy short, “Inferno.” Lloyd performed a dangerous stunt where he hung from a clock tower, captivating audiences and setting a new standard for film stunts.

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