Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Alan Arkin, and Ann-Margret star in the remake.

But Braff doesnt take credit for landing the big names.

I have to give credit where credit is due, explains Braff.

Ted Melfi (Hidden Figures) just wrote this wonderful script.

In the wrong hands, the script couldve been really bad.

The stunt men did very little of it.

… [The actors] loved it.

I think they got adrenaline from it.

Watch the full episode ofEntertainment Weekly: The Show,streaming nowon People/Entertainment Weekly web link (PEN).

Other fun secrets from the set?

Freeman lost a bet to Braff and had to record his outgoing voicemail message.

According to Braff, its a common request for theShawshank Redemptionstar.

Going in Styleisin theatersnow.

Watch the full interview above.