James McAvoy Punched by Drunk Fan at Toronto Film Festival Bar

James McAvoy was unexpectedly punched from behind by a heavily intoxicated man at a Toronto bar during the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival, where he was in town for the premiere of his directorial debut, California Schemin’. The incident occurred at Charlotte's Room around 11:55 p.m. while McAvoy was having a casual gathering with producers of his film. Witnesses and sources confirm that McAvoy did not provoke the attack, tried to de-escalate the situation, and remained at the bar afterward, even laughing off the incident with patrons and staff. The man who attacked him was being escorted out due to excessive drinking when he struck McAvoy. McAvoy described directing the film as both stressful and amazing, calling it the most creative project he has undertaken, and the film tells a true story about two Scottish men impersonating Americans to chase hip-hop success. Despite the assault, McAvoy was unharmed and continued to enjoy his time at TIFF.