Trending Now - Crew Member Hurt in Accident on 'how to Train Your Dragon 2' Set

WHO:

Deadline - A special effects technician was involved in the incident.

Variety - The crew member is understood to be working as a special effects technician.

WHAT:

Deadline - The crew member lost multiple fingers on one hand due to an accident.

Variety - The individual severed multiple fingers during an incident involving a saw.

WHERE:

Deadline - The accident occurred at Sky Studios Elstree.

Variety - The production is taking place in the U.K.

WHEN:

Variety - The accident occurred earlier in April 2026.

HOW:

Deadline - The injury was caused during an accident involving a saw in a workshop.

(UPDATED April 21, 2026 17:23 UTC)

A special effects technician suffered severe injuries earlier in on Monday26 at Sky Studios Elstree in the U.K. The crew member lost multiple fingers on one hand during an accident involving a saw in a workshop. The incident highlights the risks associated with special effects work in the film industry.