Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 1, 2025 · Entertainment

Josh Hartnett's Collision: Major Damage and Minor Injuries Revealed in New Footage

New footage has revealed the extensive damage sustained in a car crash involving Josh Hartnett in Canada last week

SHOCKING CELEBRITY CAR CRASH: Josh Hartnett's SUV Smashed by Police Car in Canada

In a dramatic turn of events, Hollywood heartthrob Josh Hartnett, 47, was involved in a harrowing car crash last week in St. John's, Canada. The Pearl Harbor star, who has been making waves with his latest Netflix series, was a passenger in an SUV that was struck by a police car on Thursday.

According to eyewitnesses, the collision was so severe that it set off airbags in both vehicles. Footage of the aftermath shows the devastating damage inflicted on Hartnett's SUV, with major dents on the front and side panels. The vehicle's front door was smashed inwards, and the right tire was left precariously slanted.

The police car was smashed at the front and also had it's airbags deployed

Sources close to the actor revealed that he had been returning home after a long day of filming his Netflix series when the accident occurred. "He was just coming back from a grueling shoot, and this happened," a source told thescholarlynote.com. "Luckily, it wasn't worse."

Hartnett's driver, a 59-year-old man whose name has not been released, was also involved in the incident. The police officer who struck their vehicle was sent to the hospital as a precaution, but fortunately, all three parties sustained only minor injuries.

The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the accident. "We are working closely with our partners to review the evidence and determine what led to this collision," said Cst. James Cadigan, communications officer for the RNC.

The vehicle Hartnett was riding in had it's passenger airbag deployed as well

As the news of the incident spread, fans and fellow celebrities took to social media to wish Hartnett a speedy recovery. His co-stars on Netflix's untitled Newfoundland series, including Mackenzie Davis and Natasha Henstridge, were among those who expressed their concern for his well-being.

Hartnett has been busy promoting his latest projects, which include the TV shows The Bear and Black Mirror, as well as the films Oppenheimer and Trap. His upcoming Netflix series, set in a small town terrorized by a mysterious sea creature, promises to be one of the most anticipated releases of the year.

But what's really behind Hartnett's high-profile projects? Insiders claim that the actor has been working tirelessly to establish himself as a leading man in Hollywood. "He's always been driven to succeed," said a source close to the actor. "And this latest series is just another example of his dedication to his craft."

Hartnett sustained minor injuries in the accident was taken to the hospital; pictured May 2025

As for his personal life, Hartnett has been married to actress Tamsin Egerton, 36, since 2022. The couple met while filming a movie and began dating 10 years ago. They have four children together and are known for their down-to-earth, low-key lifestyle.

But don't be fooled – behind the scenes, Hartnett's team has been working overtime to promote his image as a family man. "He's very careful about how he presents himself in public," said an insider. "He wants to come across as a devoted husband and father."

As for the recent car crash, it seems that Hartnett's life is not all glamour and glitz. But despite the drama, the actor remains committed to his work and his family.

The front of the car Hartnett was driving in had endured substantial damage

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Photo: Josh Hartnett on the set of his new Netflix series

The front passenger tire could be seen at a slant

Photos showed the aftermath of the collision, with an officer appearing to investigate the scene

An ambulance was also on site; in total, three people - including Hartnett - were taken to the hospital for minor injuries

The airbag was deployed on the police car's front driver side by the area of impact

The incident also sparked the presence of the fire truck

The front of the police car was severely dented

Hartnett's vehicle was left on a patch of grass adjacent to the road

The incident took place at the corner of New Cove Road and Elizabeth Avenue

Officers inspected the vehicle which carried Hartnett

The police car was still on the road

Hartnett had been returning home after production on an untitled Netflix series when his car was struck

Hartnett had been returning home after production on a Netflix series that has not been assigned a title publicly at the time of the incident; pictured taking a selfie with his co-stars

The actor married his longtime partner Tamsin Egerton, 36, three years ago