First Footage of ‘Rust’ Unveils Alec Baldwin as an Outlaw Following Tragic On-Set Incident

‘Rust’ has unveiled its first trailer, providing a glimpse of the Western film featuring Alec Baldwin, who portrays a notorious outlaw. This release marks the film’s first promotional material since the tragic incident in 2021 when a gun Baldwin was handling discharged, resulting in the death of the film’s cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins.

Set against the backdrop of 1880s Wyoming, the film tells the story of Harland Rust, portrayed by Baldwin, who is embroiled in a narrative that weaves themes of justice and redemption. The plot centers on a young orphan named Lucas McCalister, played by Patrick Scott McDermott. Lucas inadvertently kills a rancher and faces a death sentence for his actions.

Baldwin’s character, Harland Rust, is revealed to be the estranged grandfather of Lucas. In a dramatic turn of events, Rust breaks his grandson out of jail, prompting an intense escape to Mexico, as outlined in a press release received by news outlets.

The trailer reveals a gripping journey through rugged wilderness, where the fugitive duo must evade an unyielding U.S. Marshal named Wood Helm, portrayed by Josh Hopkins, alongside a fearsome bounty hunter known as ‘Preacher,’ played by Travis Fimmel.

News about the production’s financial arrangement has also surfaced. A press release confirms that the original producers of ‘Rust’ will not profit from the film’s box office earnings. However, it has been established that Hutchins’ family, including her son Andros, will receive a share of the profits.

Halyna Hutchins tragically lost her life on October 21, 2021, when the firearm Baldwin was holding accidentally discharged on the set located at Bonanza Creek Ranch in New Mexico. This incident has reverberated throughout the film industry, raising critical discussions about safety protocols on set.

Baldwin, in various interviews following the incident, has consistently maintained that he did not pull the trigger of the firearm. During a December 2021 television appearance, the actor recounted the moment his gun went off. He expressed, ‘I let go of the hammer of the gun. And the gun goes off.’

The armorer responsible for the weapon on set, Hannah Gutierrez Reed, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and received an 18-month prison sentence. In an unexpected turn of events, a Santa Fe judge dismissed Baldwin’s own involuntary manslaughter case in July. This dismissal occurred after Baldwin expressed emotional relief at the court’s decision, which prevents the prosecution from resurrecting the charge against him.

Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer remarked on the state’s handling of evidence, stating, ‘The state’s willful withholding of this information was intentional and deliberate.’ She emphasized the court’s struggle in addressing the complexities surrounding this case.

As anticipation builds for the film’s release, ‘Rust’ is set to debut in theaters on May 2. The film is expected to draw both interest and scrutiny, considering the storm of controversy and tragedy surrounding its production.

For those invested in unfolding developments in the entertainment industry, this latest installment promises to engage audiences with its themes of familial bonds and the harsh realities of life.

This coverage incorporates insights and information contributed by Fox News Digital’s Lauryn Overhultz, ensuring a comprehensive overview of the ongoing narrative surrounding the production of ‘Rust.’