Overview
- Deadline first reported that 26 of roughly 600 crew were told not to return, with most positions expected to be refilled before cameras roll.
- Roles affected span sound, camera operating, stunts, rigging, transportation, the production office, extras casting, hair and photography.
- Freddie Poole, Sylvester Stallone’s longtime stunt double and the show’s Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator, said he was let go for “creative reasons” and declined an offered photo-double role.
- Stallone stand-in Chad Gregory learned informally that his job was reposted at a higher day rate, highlighting complaints about short notice and communication.
- Paramount and 101 Studios declined to comment, while sources said budget cuts were not a factor and noted ongoing creative changes with Terence Winter returning to lead Season 4 writing.