Picture this: it’s the mid-2000s, and the famed Benedict Cumberbatch is knee-deep in filming the BBC miniseries To the Ends of the Earth in the stunning landscapes of South Africa. Ah, the thrill of adventure! Or so he thought—until a routine drive back from a diving trip turned into a scene straight out of a cringe-worthy horror film. Yep, that’s right. A tire blowout led to unexpected—and frankly terrifying—company in the form of six robbers. I can’t help but wonder—how do you go from exploring the depths of the ocean to a storyline that seems to blend Survivor and a heist movie? It’s a wild ride that showcases just how unpredictable life can be, even for Hollywood’s rising stars. Buckle up because this story is anything but dull! LEARN MORE.
In 2004, while filming the BBC miniseries To the Ends of the Earth in South Africa, Benedict was on a diving excursion with friends when his tire blew out on the way home. Once they pulled over to the side of the road they were robbed and abducted by six men.