Gerard Butler Films Den of Thieves 2 Injured

Gerard Butler faced significant challenges while filming Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, as he had recently torn his ACL shortly after undergoing surgery. In interviews, Butler described the filming experience as a 'nightmare,' noting that he was not in the best shape for the physically demanding role and had to shoot the film without the opportunity to repair his knee. Despite this injury, which could have severely impacted an athlete's career, Butler powered through intense action sequences alongside co-star O'Shea Jackson Jr. The film, set to be released on January 10, continues the story from the 2018 original, featuring Butler's character pursuing a master thief in Europe. Butler humorously acknowledged the difficulty of filming, particularly with the many stairs in the production, while expressing a desire to find a silver lining in the ordeal. This sequel arrives seven years after its predecessor, which has since developed a cult following.