nuNov 1, 2026, 16:28

American director Michael Mann injured in firearm accident

Renowned American director Michael Mann sustained non-life-threatening injuries after accidentally shooting himself in the leg while storing a firearm. The 83-year-old filmmaker is expected to be released from the hospital soon, though it remains uncertain if the incident will affect the upcoming production of Heat 2.

American filmmaker Michael Mann, known for directing iconic films such as Heat, Thief, and Collateral, was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself in the leg. The 83-year-old director reported the incident occurred while he was in the process of putting away his firearm, which discharged unexpectedly. According to reports from Deadline and TMZ, Mann’s injuries are not considered life-threatening, and he is expected to be discharged from medical care on Sunday.

Following the incident, questions have arisen regarding the production schedule for his upcoming project, the highly anticipated sequel Heat 2. Filming for the movie is currently slated to begin in January. As of now, it remains unclear whether this accidental injury will cause any delays to the scheduled start of production. Mann is resting and recovering from the injury as he prepares for his future work.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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