Stunt Dummy vs Stunt Action Manikin – Why Film Productions Are Switching Film and television productions have used stunt dummies  for decades to safely capture dangerous scenes such as car crashes, high falls, and impacts. But modern filmmaking demands far more realism and control than traditional prop dummies can provide. Today, productions are increasingly turning to Stunt Action Manikins (S.A.M.)  — a new generation of articulated stunt performers designed specifically for

Jason White – Stunt Manikin Designer | Action Manikins Meet Jason White – Designer of Stunt Manikins for Film and TV If you work in film, television, or stunt coordination , you’ll know that some of the most dramatic scenes on screen rely on specialist equipment behind the scenes. From high falls and explosions to vehicle crashes, productions often use a stunt dummy or film stunt mannequin  to safely achieve complex action shots. At Action Manikins , every stunt manikin is de

Stunt Dummy Water manikin from Stunt Action Manikins When productions search for a stunt dummy  for a water sequence, they are looking for one thing above all else: safety without sacrificing realism. At Stunt Action Manikins , our stunt dummy systems are specifically developed for demanding film and television environments, including complex water scenes where live performance would introduce unnecessary risk. Why Productions Use a Stunt Dummy in Water Water-based filming pr

Child Stunt Dummy from Stunt Action Manikins In modern film and television, safeguarding is not optional, it is foundational. At Stunt Action Manikins , our child stunt dummies have been specifically developed to support productions in a way that prioritises child protection while enabling full creative inclusion. They allow young performers to be part of powerful, action-driven storytelling without exposure to physical danger or inappropriate stunt activity. As productions g

Many UK and US film productions are moving away from traditional stunt dummies and switching to fully articulated stunt manikins. Why? Because realism, safety and reusability matter more than ever in modern film and television production. Whether you’re searching for a stunt manikin UK , stunt dummy USA , or an articulated stunt dummy for film production , understanding the difference is key. Traditional Stunt Dummies A standard stunt dummy (sometimes called a crash dummy or

Fully articulated and reactional Stunt Action Manikin. Our manikins are engineered to be capable of reacting dynamically to movement, force and impact. Replacing the traditionally used prop stunt dummy in Film & TV.

This could NOT have been done with a static prop dummy! Stunt Action Manikins are all fully articulated and capable of reacting dynamically to movement, force and impact. Stunt Action Manikins to hire for Film & TV

This is a VERY physical engagement with one of our child Stunt Action Manikins - No need to hold back. Our manikins are all fully articulated and reactional - successfully replacing the prop stunt dummy.

While waiting for ‘action’ on the magnificent set of A Thousand Blows - it was amazing how many people tried to get into conversation with one of our Stunt Action Manikins (S.A.M).  That’s good, it showed us how realistic and credible our manikins are! Stunt Action Manikins: The Ultimate Stand-In for High-Impact Scenes When creating dynamic and challenging shots, safety and realism are paramount. That's where Stunt Action Manikins excel. Designed as a superior alternative to

Stunt Action Manikins - replacing the prop stunt dummy Stunt Action Manikins (S.A.M.): The Ultimate Stand-In for High-Impact Scenes. When creating dynamic and challenging shots, safety and realism are paramount. That's where Stunt Action Manikins excel. Designed as a superior alternative to traditional stunt dummies, S.A.M.s are redefining on-set support for filmmakers. Our manikins are fully articulated with self-supporting spines, offering unparalleled flexibility and life

These are entirely different concepts….. [1] Mannequins or dummies are often seen in shop windows to model clothing for sale or used as lifeless props in Film production; meanwhile [2] Our Stunt Manikins are life-sized articulated and reactional human models used to replicate actual people in TV and Film production. Isn’t this just the best creative realism in action by our SFX Manikin & Prosthetic Designers? #filmdirector #filmmaking #filmmakers #producer #filmindustry

One of our 'Hero' Special Action Manikins People said to me “You can’t do that, it won’t work”. But I did, and it does! I’m often asked how I came up with the concept of Stunt Action Manikins . So here’s how an idea became a successful business. It’s a story about the value of opportunity, experience, action and perseverance. In 2011, I was the stunt co-ordinator for a low-budget feature called ‘8 Minutes Idle’. The script called for the lead actress to fall through an office

S.A.M. - Stunt Action Manikins provide generic (off the shelf) and bespoke manikins to the TV & Film industry offering a new suit of services linking frame capture from live action to visual effects.  With every new production the boundaries are being pushed for ever more sensational shots our manikins can form an integral part of the cast for any high risk requirement without putting an actor or stunt performer at risk. Our manikins come in to their own on static shots