The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt, and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, premiered at the South By Southwest Film and TV Festival.

Directed by David Leitch, the film is an action-comedy based on the 1980s CBS series, highlighting the life of a Hollywood stuntman.

Ryan Gosling overcame a fear of heights to perform stunts for the movie, emphasizing the dedication to old-school stunt work.

The film features a love story and insider jokes about the film industry, with a particular focus on practical action scenes.

Although criticized for pacing and editing issues, and its portrayal of the female lead, the film received a positive reception and is expected to be a summer blockbuster.

Director David Leitch advocates for Oscar recognition of stunt performers and is hopeful for the introduction of a new Academy Award category.