Overview of Jonathan Majors On Hollywood, Faith & ‘Run Hide Fight: Infidels’
This episode of Morning Wire features an interview with actor Jonathan Majors about his role in Daily Wire’s action thriller Run, Hide, Fight: Infidels. The conversation centers on his approach to acting, how he supported younger cast members on set, the importance of faith in his life and career, and his thoughts on where Hollywood is heading. Majors also talks about his appreciation for classic 80s/90s action films and why grounded, human stories still matter most.
What the Conversation Covers
Majors’ role in Run, Hide, Fight: Infidels
- Majors plays Captain Clay Saunders in the film.
- He describes the movie as a physically demanding, emotionally driven action thriller with themes of:
- survival
- love
- brotherhood
- loyalty
- family
- He says the project felt like a throwback to classic action movies, but with humor and heart.
Working with the director and cast
- Majors praised director Kyle Rankin, saying they developed a strong working relationship early on.
- He saw his role not just as the lead actor, but as someone responsible for helping the set run smoothly.
- He especially enjoyed mentoring younger actors like JC and Young James, helping them with both performance and professionalism.
Acting style and preparation
- Majors says he looks for roles that are difficult and physically demanding.
- He views acting as a “full-body experience,” not just speaking lines.
- For this film, he leaned into the physicality of the role:
- stunts
- combat
- endurance
- emotional intensity
- He said the role required him to embody the character’s circumstances physically as well as emotionally.
Faith and personal worldview
- Majors emphasized that faith is central to his life and career.
- He credited his mother, an ordained minister, and his upbringing in Methodist and Baptist traditions.
- He said he prays before work and before taking on roles.
- For him, acting is tied to discipleship, creativity, and representing the human experience truthfully.
View on Hollywood’s future
- Majors believes the industry is changing and becoming more creator-driven and democratic.
- He suggested that studios and platforms rooted in strong point of view can succeed if they focus on authentic storytelling.
- His core belief: audiences want real human stories, not just spectacle.
- He thinks the path back to theaters is through emotionally honest, relatable films.
Favorite throwback action films
- When asked about classic action movies, Majors cited:
- Arnold Schwarzenegger films
- Bruce Willis films
- He said the film’s tone reminded him of those classics, with both hard-hitting action and humor.
Key Takeaways
- Majors sees acting as both craft and calling.
- He values mentorship and leadership on set.
- Faith strongly shapes his work, discipline, and worldview.
- He believes physical performance matters in action films.
- He sees the future of Hollywood as dependent on authentic, human storytelling.
- He’s excited about future projects but says he can’t share details yet.
Notable Insight
“Make it flesh and blood.”
That idea captures Majors’ broader philosophy in the interview: whether it’s action, drama, or mentorship, the work has to feel real, grounded, and human.