Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Disney Employee Injured Stopping Runaway Boulder
A big fake rock used in a show at Disney World started rolling towards the people watching.
A worker named Robert quickly jumped in front of it to stop it from hitting anyone.
The rock was very heavy and it hurt Robert, but he saved everyone else.
People on the internet are calling him a hero.
Disney says they are taking care of Robert and will make the show safer.
A 180-kg prop boulder dislodged during the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! show at Disney's Hollywood Studios on December 30, 2025.
A cast member was injured while attempting to stop the boulder from reaching the audience.
Witnesses praised the cast member's actions, calling them heroic and courageous.
Disney confirmed the incident and stated that the cast member is recovering and receiving medical attention.
The show will be modified as Disney's safety team reviews the incident.
- Who
- A Disney World cast member and audience members at the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! show
- What
- A 180-kg prop boulder dislodged and rolled towards the audience, and a cast member was injured while trying to stop it
- When
- December 30, 2025
- Where
- Disney's Hollywood Studios, Florida
- Why
- The prop boulder moved off its track during the performance
- Date
- December 30, 2025
- Location
- Disney's Hollywood Studios, Florida
- Show
- Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!
- Prop Weight
- 180 kg (400 pounds)
- Employee Status
- Recovering