Burning Blaze: Five Nights at Freddy's Animatronic Catches Fire in Shocking Stunt

Summary

During the filming of Five Nights at Freddy's, one of the animatronic characters caught fire when one of the servos overheated on set.

This incident reflects the terrifying theme of the movie, as it centers on animated robots that are possessed. The decision to incorporate real, robotic components instead of relying on CGI effects remains faithful to the original material and seeks to satisfy fans of the video game.

During the filming of the upcoming horror film Five Nights at Freddy’s, an animatronic character from the popular video game series unexpectedly caught fire. Directed by Emma Tammi and starring Josh Hutcherson as the security guard at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza, the film experienced an unusual incident on set. Tammi revealed that one day, she was informed that "Foxy’s arm is on fire" in a calm and quiet manner. Upon investigation, it was discovered that a servo had overheated, causing the smoke and fire on the animatronic arm.

There was a particular day during our filming session when I suddenly heard a low, composed voice utter, 'Foxy's arm is on fire.' I glanced in the direction and discovered that one of the servos had been excessively running and had consequently overheated – a sporadic occurrence. It began emitting smoke, prompting everyone to calmly distance themselves while we promptly extinguished the flames and replaced the malfunctioning arm. It was the only instance this mishap took place on set. It serves as a reminder that there are live, robotic components involved, which may only function for a limited period.

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The tale of Five Nights at Freddy’s revolves around Mike, an overnight security guard employed at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza, an establishment reminiscent of Chuck E. Cheese. This establishment features a collection of animatronic animals designed to entertain its young patrons. However, Mike's expectations of a straightforward job are shattered when he realizes that Freddy Fazbear, Foxy, and the other characters spring into eerie existence, consumed by a thirst for revenge.

The horror of Five Nights at Freddy's is driven by the theme of possessed robots. Tammi revealed that the robots on set actually malfunctioned, adding an amusing surprise to the behind-the-scenes story. This incident is not too far-fetched from the potential misfortunes that could happen in Five Nights at Freddy's.

Tammi's account also highlights the use of practical effects instead of CGI in Five Nights at Freddy's. The film incorporates "live, robotic elements," aligning it closer to the original video game and aiming to satisfy its dedicated fans with a faithful adaptation.

Source: IGN