Laurence Fishburne slapped Rami Malek whilst making The Amateur

Go behind the scenes of The Amateur with stars Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, and Caitríona Balfe as they break down what makes this spy thriller so different. From raw, emotional performances to real stunts and unexpected on-set moments, the cast reveals how The Amateur strips the genre back to its most human core. Rami Malek opens up about grief, realism, and taking actual hits, while Laurence Fishburne reflects on mentorship and intensity. Caitríona Balfe discusses accents, emotion, and what it took to ground her role. If you love grounded thrillers, this interview is not to be missed.

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