Imagine being the victim of a hilarious yet terrifying prank on your first day at a new job. That's what happened to Danny McBride when he encountered his co-star Channing Tatum on the set of the outrageous comedy 'This is the End'. But here's where it gets controversial—was Tatum's over-the-top introduction a hilarious ice-breaker or a step too far?
Channing Tatum, known for his roles in 'Magic Mike' and 'Avengers: Doomsday', revealed a cringe-worthy story during a 2014 appearance on 'Conan'. Tatum, in a leather gimp suit and football pads, barged into McBride's trailer and began 'humping him' as a way of saying hello. A bold move, to say the least, and one that didn't sit well with McBride, who had no idea who the masked intruder was.
Tatum's character in the film is a pet gimp to McBride's post-apocalyptic warlord, so his actions were somewhat in-character. However, in real life, this stunt could have had serious consequences. McBride was understandably shocked and, according to Tatum, 'terrified'. It's a wonder how this didn't cause a permanent rift between the two actors.
The backstory to this encounter is equally intriguing. Tatum admitted to agreeing to the cameo role while under the influence, which might explain his impulsive behavior. He said, 'I felt like the appropriate thing to do was to go into his trailer in that outfit...'. But was it appropriate? That's a question for the audience.
'This is the End' is a unique comedy that satirizes Hollywood and its stars, but this particular incident raises questions about on-set behavior and consent. While the film is hilarious, it's clear that Tatum's actions were a bit too much, even for a movie that thrives on outrageousness. And this is the part most people miss—where do we draw the line between comedy and discomfort?
So, what do you think? Was Tatum's behavior a harmless joke or a step into controversial territory? Let us know in the comments, and remember, it's all fun and games until someone gets terrified on set!
