Alan Ritchson Reveals Grueling Stunts for 'War Machine'

Alan Ritchson pushed himself to the limit for his latest action role, fully diving into the intense physical demands of 'War Machine.'

In exclusive behind-the-scenes footage shared with PEOPLE, the 43-year-old actor is seen sprinting, leaping, and swimming through gruelling stunt sequences that show him in nonstop action mode. At one point in the clip, Ritchson admits just how drained the experience left him, calling it the most exhausted he has ever felt and describing the production as an especially tough challenge.

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About Alan Ritchson's 'War Machine'

'War Machine,' directed and co-written by Patrick Hughes, features an ensemble cast that includes Dennis Quaid, Stephan James, Jai Courtney, Esai Morales, Keiynan Lonsdale, and Daniel Webber. The story focuses on the final phase of U.S. Army Ranger selection, where what begins as an elite training exercise quickly turns into a deadly fight for survival against an unexpected threat.

While Alan Ritchson is already known for performing demanding stunts on 'Reacher,' the filmmakers reveal that 'War Machine' took things even further. Shooting on location in the rugged landscapes of New Zealand and relying heavily on practical effects raised the stakes. In one scene, Ritchson is even seen requesting another take during a challenging underwater sequence.

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Alan Ritchson's Role in 'War Machine'

Alan Ritchson plays a character known only as 81, following the military tradition of identifying special operations team members by numbers. He explains that something about the character's spirit deeply resonated with him, describing 81 as someone who pushes others to become the best versions of themselves.

Veteran actor Dennis Quaid, who stars alongside Ritchson, has described the film as a classic American action movie with a uniquely intense and hard-to-define villain. Ritchson has also shared that he's drawn to roles that place characters in real danger, saying he prefers stories where the hero feels vulnerable rather than invincible.

'War Machine' premieres on Netflix on 6th March.

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