Gerard Butler is recovering after a surfing accident that took place Sunday (December 18) afternoon on the set of the upcoming movie "Of Men and Mavericks."
The actor was filming a scene for his role as Jay Moriarty, a surfer who died in a free-diving accident at age 23. Butler was hospitalized after being dragged over rocks and held underwater by two waves at Mavericks, a popular surfing destination in Northern California that was frequented by Moriarty.
Butler was rescued by coastal patrolmen and taken to a local hospital, where he was later released.
The 42 year old was shaken up but not seriously injured.
"Of Men and Mavericks" is scheduled to be released on October 26, 2012.
John Russell, Reuters.