Overview

• Kevin Bacon revealed in a recent interview that a dead body was discovered during a late-night swamp shoot for the 1998 film 'Wild Things.'
• The body, described as a 'floater,' was spotted by crew members while setting up lighting on a raft in the Everglades marsh.
• Director John McNaughton confirmed that police were called to remove the body, ensuring it didn’t interfere with filming.
• Bacon described the unsettling incident as reflective of the movie’s twisted and eerie atmosphere, adding to its production lore.
• The story, revisited in April 2025 interviews, underscores the unpredictable challenges of on-location shoots and the cult status of 'Wild Things.'