Josh Hartnett was involved in a car accident in St. John’s, Newfoundland, on September 25, 2025, while working on a Netflix limited series. The incident raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the collision, vehicle damage, and its consequences for the production. Hartnett car accident details surfaced shortly after the crash, which occurred near midnight as the actor was reportedly returning home from the set.
Details of the Crash and Immediate Medical Response
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary reported that the vehicle carrying Hartnett collided with a Royal Newfoundland Constabulary patrol car just before 1 a.m. Both vehicles suffered
significant damage to both of the vehicles involved.
Emergency responders took three individuals to the hospital, including Hartnett, the driver aged 59, and the police officer. Authorities noted that the two men in the SUV appeared to have minor injuries, while the officer was treated as a precaution.
Confirmation of Hartnett’s Condition and Impact on Netflix Production
According to Susan Patricola, Hartnett’s representative, the actor was promptly evaluated and
looked at and then released back to work.
Filming of the Netflix series resumed without interruption. Although the incident remains under investigation with no further details released, the production team confirmed no delays occurred due to the accident.
About the Netflix Series and Hartnett’s Role
Created by Jesse McKeown, the six-episode series is filmed and set in Newfoundland. Hartnett stars as a fisherman dedicated to defending his family and local community from a mysterious sea creature threatening the town. Hartnett also serves as an executive producer on the project, highlighting his deep involvement in the series.
Josh Hartnett’s Recent and Upcoming Work
Hartnett recently appeared in M. Night Shyamalan’s 2024 film Trap and had a role in the Oscar-winning Oppenheimer. He also featured in Fight or Flight and the Black Mirror episode Beyond the Sea. Hartnett is slated to star next in Verity, alongside Anne Hathaway. On the personal front, he married actress Tamsin Egerton in 2021, and the couple welcomed their fourth child in February 2024.
Significance and Next Steps Following the Accident
While the collision raised immediate concerns for safety and production continuity, Hartnett’s quick return to work suggests his injuries were minor. The ongoing investigation by authorities aims to clarify the cause of the crash. Production of the Netflix limited series is expected to continue smoothly, maintaining the previously planned schedule.
