Why Movies Are Wrong About Elevator Free Falls Cheddar Explains

In practically every action movie, theres a scene where an elevator cable snaps and the car goes shooting down the shaft. But that almost never happens. In fact, no one has died from a free fall in a modern elevator. So why so safe The answer lies in a 150yearold design feature. Further Reading: 1. NEII Elevator History; 2. Otis Elev