# Stuntman Edward Sarsfield seeks £200,000 over Gladiator II filming burns

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/british-stuntman-sues-gladiator-ii-makers-for-200000-after-he-caught-fire-in-explosion-on-burning-ship/
- Published: 2026-11-07T16:31:32+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-07T16:47:49+00:00
- Original publisher: Daily Mail (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16274121/British-stuntman-sues-Gladiator-II-makers.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490
- Topics: UK, World

## Key points

- Stunt performer Edward Sarsfield is claiming £200,000 after an on-set explosion.
- He suffered burns to 15 per cent of his body and lasting scarring.
- August Street Films has admitted liability for the accident.

## Summary

Edward Sarsfield is suing August Street Films for £200,000 after a gas explosion during filming of *Gladiator II* set him alight. The claim says he was playing a dead soldier on a ship in Morocco when flames from a gas line caught him, causing serious burns and lasting injuries.

Sarsfield, 47, suffered burns to 15 per cent of his body, including his hands, face and arms, as well as injuries to his knees and wrist. He was taken to hospital in Marrakesh and returned to the UK after four days; the claim says he has significant scarring and must avoid the sun. Six crew members were taken to hospital, and the production company has admitted liability.

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