Chase Stokes attending a red carpet event for Netflix's Outer Banks
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Real-Life Hero: Chase Stokes Saved 'Outer Banks' Co-Star During Terrifying On-Set Emergency

The Netflix star stepped in when crew members accidentally thought a real life-threatening crisis was just part of the script.

By Nina BrooksPublished Updated 2 min read

Chase Stokes turned real-life action hero while working on the set of *Outer Banks*. The Netflix star recently opened up about a terrifying behind-the-scenes incident where he had to leap into action and save one of his co-stars from a genuine life-threatening crisis. According to reports detailing the scary event, the dangerous situation unfolded so quickly that several key production team members failed to recognize that a real emergency was occurring right in front of them. Instead of rushing to assist the imperiled actor, some crew workers reportedly assumed the intense commotion was simply a dramatic scene being performed for the hit teen drama series. ## chase stokes outer banks set emergency Stokes instantly recognized that his fellow cast member was in actual danger during the high-stress moment. While onlookers initially stood by under the mistaken belief that the performers were merely executing a scripted beat, the actor trusted his instincts and stepped in without delay to pull his colleague to safety. Filming intense scenes is standard procedure for the tight-knit ensemble cast of *Outer Banks*, a show famously packed with deep-water stunts, chaotic boat chases, and strenuous physical sequences. However, the dangerous overlap between scripted drama and actual physical peril almost caused a critical delay in emergency intervention on the set. ## outer banks behind the scenes accident Fortunately, Stokes did not hesitate when the terrifying situation suddenly went off script. His rapid response helped avert what could have turned into a major tragedy during production, proving that his character's brave leadership instincts extend well beyond what viewers see on their television screens. The hit Netflix show has kept audience members on the edge of their seats for multiple seasons with its fast-paced action and treasure-hunting storylines. Yet, as this scary incident demonstrates, the physical risks taken by the young cast off-camera can sometimes match the chaos depicted in the actual show. While specific details regarding which co-star was rescued and the exact nature of the stunt have been kept under wraps in reports, the harrowing account underscores the hidden hazards of working on set. Thanks to the prompt, decisive action taken by Stokes, the frightening ordeal ended safely.

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Chase Stokes attending a red carpet event for Netflix's Outer Banks
Stokes saved Bailey (pictured here) from drowning in the water.
Stokes (seen here in the Netflix show) recalled that he noticed Bailey was under the water “for a while.” ©Netflix/Courtesy Everett Collection
“So I jumped off the boat and I realized that she was not able to breathe underwater,” Stokes said (Stokes is pictured above with Madelyn Cline, Bailey, Jonathan Daviss and Rudy Pankow).
Stokes and Bailey (seen here with Daviss) said some of the crew thought the crisis was an actual scene in the show.
Bailey (seen here with her castmembers) said filming underwater was the “hardest” part of the show for her.
Stokes (seen above with Cline) plays John B. in the hit Netflix series. ©Netflix/Courtesy Everett Collection

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What happened to Chase Stokes on the Outer Banks set?
Chase Stokes intervened to save a co-star during a real-life emergency on set after crew members mistakenly thought the incident was part of the scene being filmed.
Did anyone get hurt during the Outer Banks set emergency?
Thanks to Chase Stokes' quick reaction, the scary incident was resolved safely before anyone suffered serious harm.