What is a body double?

A body double is a person who is employed to stand in for an actor or actress in film or television productions. They are used when a certain scene requires a stunt, dangerous action, or nudity that the main actor or actress cannot or does not want to perform. Body doubles are typically chosen for their physical resemblance to the actor or actress they are standing in for. They may also undergo training to mimic the movements and gestures of the main actor or actress in order to maintain continuity in the scene.

Body doubles play an important role in the production of films and television shows, as they help to ensure the safety of the main actors and actresses while still allowing for realistic and visually impactful scenes to be filmed. They are often kept confidential and not credited in the final production, in order to maintain the illusion that the main actor or actress performed all of their own stunts and actions.