Glen Powell’s Freezing Wardrobe Malfunction Turns Into Hilarious On-Set Story
Glen Powell has never shied away from going all-in for a role, but his latest behind-the-scenes story from The Running Man proves that commitment sometimes comes with a bit of embarrassment — and a lot of laughs.
The 37-year-old actor opened up during interviews with Entertainment Tonight and The Graham Norton Show about an awkward wardrobe malfunction that happened while filming one of the movie’s most daring stunts. Powell recalled that he was shooting a scene where he had to rappel down the side of a building — nearly naked. He explained that he was supposed to wear just a towel and a small protective pouch underneath, which he jokingly called a “marble sack.” Everything seemed fine until he realized there were people inside the building watching him through the windows.
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While he was trying to stay focused on the stunt, members of the lighting and electric crew inside the building were unexpectedly given quite a show. His co-star Josh Brolin later teased him, saying that from their perspective, Powell was descending “frontally,” adding to the humor of the moment. Powell admitted that, as funny as it was, he instantly regretted agreeing to do the scene — especially when he remembered it was being filmed in February in freezing-cold Bulgaria.
He laughed about how much he underestimated the conditions, saying it was one thing to wear just a towel in front of the crew, but another thing entirely when it was below freezing outside. Still, he kept his professionalism and finished the scene, calling it one of the most unique — and coldest — experiences of his career.
Powell’s role in The Running Man sees him playing a desperate father who joins a deadly reality show to win money for his sick daughter. The film, directed by Edgar Wright, is a reimagining of the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger classic and is based on the Stephen King novel of the same name. Powell trained extensively for the action-heavy project, and even sought advice from both Schwarzenegger and his Top Gun: Maverick co-star Tom Cruise.
He shared that Cruise spent hours on the phone with him, discussing stunt work and how to mentally prepare for the physical toll of action movies. Schwarzenegger also warned him that action films may be thrilling to watch but are far from fun to shoot — something Powell said he learned firsthand after the grueling, stunt-packed days on set.
Despite the challenges — and that unforgettable towel incident — Powell said the experience pushed him to his limits and reminded him why he loves making movies. The Running Man hits theaters on November 14, promising a mix of heart, humor, and high-octane action — with just a touch of wardrobe drama.
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