What It’s REALLY Like Being a Hollywood Stuntman | Ryan Klarenbach

Ever wondered what it’s really like to risk your life for movies? 🎬In this episode, Hollywood stuntman Ryan Klarenbach shares his journey from working with Nike to landing roles on blockbuster sets, his experiences with actors, and the behind-the-scenes reality of stunts in Hollywood.We dive into everything from perseverance and mindset, to working on The Accountant 2, to the truth about superhero movies and fight scenes. Whether you’re a film fan, aspiring stunt performer, or just curious about Hollywood’s hidden world, this conversation is packed with insights.👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more interviews. ⏳ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro00:55 – Who is Ryan Klarenbach?04:40 – Ryan’s rise and how he got started07:40 – Why a “loser mentality” holds people back11:40 – Facing struggle and building resilience13:10 – Ryan’s experience working with Nike19:10 – Why Ryan walked away from Nike22:40 – Honest thoughts on Hollywood24:10 – Are actors over-respected?27:10 – How Ryan broke into stunt work32:40 – The “COVID hoax” conversation37:10 – What it’s like working with Zack Snyder45:10 – Are all actors assholes?49:40 – Breaking down The Accountant 2 punch scene53:10 – How to become a Hollywood stuntman55:40 – Taekwondo’s role in Hollywood stunts1:01:40 – Do directors really need so many re-takes?1:05:40 – The challenge of underwater stunts1:11:40 – The truth about fight scenes1:20:40 – Perseverance in and out of Hollywood1:24:40 – Superhero movies: stuntman’s perspective1:28:40 – What motion capture is really like1:32:40 – Do actors get jealous of stuntmen?1:38:00 – More on The Accountant 2 scene1:44:40 – Ryan Klarenbach’s goals for the future