Harrison Ford broke his left leg in accident with Millennium Falcon while filming Star Wars, his publicist confirms

  • The actor is 'doing well' after having surgery on his leg for the on-set injury
  • Happened while he was filming Star Wars: Episode VII in Pinewood Studios
  • Publicist said the Han Solo actor was looking forward to returning to work

By Steph Cockroft

Published: 12:09 EST, 19 June 2014 | Updated: 16:53 EST, 19 June 2014


Actor Harrison Ford is said to be 'doing well' after his publicist confirmed he broke his left leg while filming the latest Star Wars movie

Actor Harrison Ford is said to be 'doing well' after his publicist confirmed he broke his left leg while filming the latest Star Wars movie

The injury sustained by actor Harrison Ford on set of the latest Star Wars movie was a broken left leg, it emerged today.

The 71-year-old is said to be 'doing well' after undergoing surgery for the injury, which took place after he was crushed by the Star Wars spacecraft Millennium Falcon.

The actor, who was filming Star Wars: Episode VII at the time, was originally thought to have damaged his ankle during the mishap at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire earlier this month.

But a spokesman for the star has now confirmed the injury was a broken leg.

Although she did not give any further details of the accident, she said the actor was due to start rehabilitation soon and was looking forward to returning to work.

Ford, who is returning to his role as Han Solo in the latest film, was working in the UK on the series when the accident unfolded.

The actor, also known for his appearances in Indiana Jones, had to be airlifted to the trauma unit at John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford after a hydraulic door fell on him.

His publicist said today: 'Harrison Ford's left leg was broken in an accident.

'His surgery was successful and he will begin rehab shortly. He's doing well and looks forward to returning to work.'

Police said the crush involved a garage door, but it is believed the accident involved the door of the Millennium Falcon.

Ford was about to start a scene involving the 111ft vehicle when the incident occurred.

 

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There were also fears the actor may also have suffered further injuries to his chest and pelvis but this has not been confirmed. 

After the incident, his son Ben said that film crews might need to rearrange scenes to only show the actor from the waist up, due to the injury.

His wife Calista Flockhart, best known for her starring role in sitcom Ally McBeal, flew from the US to be at her husband’s bedside.

The accident took place at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, pictured, while the 71-year-old was filming Star Wars: Episode VIII in which he plays Han Solo

The accident took place at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, pictured, while the 71-year-old was filming Star Wars: Episode VII in which he plays Han Solo

Disney, which owns Lucasfilm the company behind Star Wars, said after the incident that shooting would continue as planned while the star recovered.

After the incident, a source told The Mirror: 'The initial day or two after the accident it was hard to move things around but now we have had more time we can juggle things, bring some scenes forward and push others back.

'There are lots of other actors in the movie so it is not a disaster. We are confident the film can stay on schedule.'

The actor, who also played Indiana Jones, was crushed on the set when a hydraulic door - believed to be from the spacecraft the Millennium Falcon - fell down and hit him

The actor, who also played Indiana Jones, was crushed on the set when a hydraulic door - believed to be from the spacecraft the Millennium Falcon - fell down and hit him

The £200million movie, which is being directed by JJ Abrams, has been earmarked for release in December next year, after filming began in Abu Dhabi in mid-May.

Carrie Fisher, who played Princess Leia Organa, and Mark Hamill - Luke Skywalker - are also reviving their characters after more than 30 years.

The action is set 35 years after the last film they all appeared in together - 1983’s Return of the Jedi.


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"Crushed by the Star Wars spacecraft Millennium Falcon" ?..... So what part of this story isn't a fantasy?

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He'll have to rename the Millenium Falcon "The Ruptured Duck." (Look it up).

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That is terrible..What the hell was happening on that set? Harrison is good mates with Sean Connery, who never let the studios get away with anything. Massive insurance payout coming his way, especially if it interferes with his participation in Indiana Jones 5 and Blade Runner 2, both rumoured. Get well soon Mr Ford. put your feet up after this one...its not the years its the mileage but you deserve to retire in peace, not pieces!! Best wishes and thanks for taking me through from 10 to 45, your films have been a constant in my life.

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news flash oh buddy, your not 20 anymore. no matter what the hanger-on's say.

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One usually doesn't undergo a surgery if a broken leg is the only problem. Have a feeling it was much worse. He was reported to have been clutching his chest as well.

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complex breaks often require surgery - especially when plates and screws are required to stabilize the bone. (per his son.,)

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Oh dear...I wonder if someone said 'Break a leg' before he started filming...? :-)

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In space, no one can hear Han Solo scream when the Falcon's door falls on him.

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There's another few million paid out by the insurance!!!!!

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Script re written to include "I've been in an accident" (in squeaky voice)

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That is gonna be one hell of an I insurance pay out.

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