Josh Brolin Recalls Near-Fight with Denzel Washington on 'American Gangster' Set

The actors clashed during a tense rehearsal but later resolved the moment and now share mutual respect.

Josh Brolin revealed in a recent interview that he and Denzel Washington almost came to blows while filming the 2007 crime drama 'American Gangster.'
The incident occurred during a rehearsal when Brolin forgot a line and placed his hand on Washington's shoulder, prompting Washington to firmly react in character.
Brolin described the moment as intense, noting that Washington was fully immersed in his role as Frank Lucas, while he misinterpreted the situation at the time.
The actors quickly moved past the confrontation, finished the scene, and confirmed with each other that there were no lingering issues.
Brolin emphasized that he and Washington now share a positive relationship, with the encounter serving as a learning experience early in his career.