15 Actors who almost lost their lives on set (With Pictures)

5. Joseph Gordon-Levitt – Premium Rush

Joseph Gordon-Levitt usually abstains from performing his own stunts, but while filming for Premium Rush he decided to break out of his usual comfort-zone. For those of you who have never seen this movie, it revolves around Gordon-Levitt being followed by a corrupt policeman as he tries to deliver a package to Colombia University.

Being in New York, it is extremely difficult to maneuver out of harms way, and it did not take long for Gordon-Levitt to meet face-to-face with danger. While the actor was speeding on his bike, he managed to collide with the back of a taxi cab and bust through the window. The accident resulted in him getting 31 stitches on his arm —but no permanent damage was done and Gordon-Levitt was all smiles after the collision.