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James McAvoy Attacked at TIFF, Laughs Off Incident

9/12/2025

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Story summary

On September 8, 2025, James McAvoy was attacked by a stranger at a Toronto bar during the Toronto International Film Festival.
A drunk man sucker-punched him from behind while he socialized with producers.
Witnesses quickly intervened, and McAvoy sustained no serious injuries.
He laughed off the incident and continued his evening.
His directorial debut, "California Schemin’," holds a 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

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Story summary

On September 8, 2025, James McAvoy was attacked by a stranger at a Toronto bar during the Toronto International Film Festival.
A drunk man sucker-punched him from behind while he socialized with producers.
Witnesses quickly intervened, and McAvoy sustained no serious injuries.
He laughed off the incident and continued his evening.
His directorial debut, "California Schemin’," holds a 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.