Filming for the next installment of the Indiana Jones franchise began in June of 2021. The plot was set in many different cities across the world, as you’d expect from an Indiana Jones movie. Some of the rumored locations are London, Glasgow, and Sicily. The filming in Sicily included some actors dressed as Roman soldiers. This led to a lot of speculation about the secret storyline of the new film. Did it include time travel?
The movie is also said to be Harrison Ford’s final appearance as the iconic adventurer, adding to the excitement and anticipation among fans. With filming underway, we can only wait and see what surprises and thrills the fifth Indiana Jones installment has in store for us.
Friendship With Chewbacca Actor
Ford and the rest of the original Star Wars gang were great friends with the tall guy who played Chewbacca. His name is Peter Mayhew, and he was quite a large man. The actor, who stood at 7 ft 2 inches tall, was one of Ford’s best friends and ended up appearing with the actor in 2015’s "The Force Awakens."
The two immediately got along on and off-screen, becoming one of Hollywood’s most recognizable duos. Peter Mayhew, who played Chewbacca in the original Star Wars trilogy, was not only one of Ford's closest friends but also his travel companion. The two used to travel to various comic book conventions together, where they were always the center of attention.
Saying Farewell to Their Friend
Harrison Ford eulogized his dear friend, Peter Mayhew, who sadly passed away at age 74 in mid-2019. The actor died of a heart attack but had a long and fulfilling life. Fans of the Han Solo and Chewbacca duo got one last chance to see them together in action during 2015’s hit film, "The Force Awakens."
The movie wasn’t only a much-needed reunion but also ended up being their highest-grossing film of all time. Peter Mayhew’s passing was a significant loss for Harrison Ford, who had worked closely with the actor for decades. In his eulogy, Ford spoke about his friend's gentle nature and his ability to convey so much emotion through the Chewbacca character, despite not having any lines.
Injured Again
If you take into account the number of times Harrison was injured, it's surprising he is still intact. Is there a chance he's secretly Superman? While filming the 2023 Indiana Jones film, he was wounded yet again. Sadly, this was during a rehearsal before the film even began shooting. This meant the entire production schedule had to be changed in order to accommodate his recovery. At his age, we would really not hold it against him if he used a stunt double.
Ford is known for his dedication to performing his stunts, which makes him such a beloved action star. He has a reputation for being tough as nails, and this latest injury is just one of many he has sustained throughout his career.
A Star Wars Cameo
In 2019, to the excitement of many fans, a new Star Wars movie hit theaters. Titled "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Han Solo," this was the 9th installment in the beloved sci-fi series. It was a well-kept secret, but Ford returned as Han Solo yet another time. In his scene, he appears in front of Ben, played by Adam Driver.
This directly references his scene in "The Force Awakens." This time, the scene has a happier ending, which we were surprised and moved to see. Ford has expressed mixed feelings about his involvement in the "Star Wars" franchise over the years, but his love for the character of Han Solo has always been evident.