Jennifer Garner swung an ax as she filmed a tense scene for the upcoming second season of the Apple TV+ series, The Last Thing He Told Me.

The Alias actress, 52 – who was recently seen boxing while on set of the thriller – gripped the tool in her hands as she hit a SoCal Gas van that was parked on a street in Venice Beach, California on Friday.

The first season of the show premiered last year in April 2023 – and became the streaming site’s most-watched limited series, despite having a score of only 41% on Rotten Tomatoes.

While shooting the latest scene, Garner could be seen wearing a long-sleeved, green sweater while her brunette locks flowed down in light waves.

For a finishing touch, the star also opted for a pair of dangly earrings as well as a silver-chained necklace.

Jennifer – who plays the role of Hannah Hall in the series – got into character as she hit the large van with the ax while surrounded by other crew members.

Jennifer Garner, 52, swung an ax as she filmed a tense scene for the upcoming second season of the Apple TV+ series, The Last Thing He Told Me

She later was seen sitting in the driver’s side of a sleek, blue vehicle as she held a conversation with one of the cameramen. 

The mother-of-three has been keeping busy and earlier this week, was spotted shooting an additional scene for the show. 

Jennifer tested out her boxing skills while on set in sunny Los Angeles and threw a few punches while sporting a pair of red boxing gloves. 

She wore a black tank top as well as a pair of fitted, black leggings and New Balance sneakers that were secured with laces. 

Garner’s dark hair was pulled back into a simple ponytail and a black headband helped prevent any loose strands from falling onto her face. 

The 13 Going On 30 actress filmed the scene with another cast member as they stood on a patch of grᴀss next to a sandy beach. 

The Last Thing He Told Me is based on the novel of the same name written by Laura Dave – with season one first premiering on Apple TV+ in April 2023. 

The premise followed, ‘A woman (Garner) who forms an unexpected relationship with her 16-year-old stepdaughter while searching for the truth about why her husband has mysteriously disappeared,’ per IMDB. 

The Alias actress gripped the tool in her hands as she hit a SoCal Gas van that was parked on a street in Venice Beach, California on Friday

While shooting the scene, Garner could be seen wearing a long-sleeved, green sweater while her brunette locks flowed down in light waves

For a finishing touch, the star also opted for a pair of dangly earrings as well as a silver-chained necklace

Jennifer – who plays the role of Hannah Hall in the series – got into character as she hit the large van with the ax while surrounded by other crew members

She later was seen sitting in the driver’s side of a sleek, blue vehicle as she held a conversation with one of the cameramen

Earlier this year in March, it was revealed that the series had been renewed for a second season, according to The Hollywood Reporter. 

Along with Garner, other cast members such as Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Angourie Rice and David Morse, will reprise their roles. 

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The thriller is being made under Reese Witherspoon’s media company called Hello Sunshine. And Aaron Zelman will ne the co-showrunner and executive producer with Josh Singer. 

In a statement, Jennifer – who is also an executive producer – expressed, ‘Like so many people, I fell for Hannah on page one of Laura Dave’s gripping novel.’ 

‘The move to actor and producer from reader and super fan was delicious – and made even sweeter by collaborating with Laura, Josh, Reese and everyone at Hello Sunshine, as well as the amazing teams at Apple and 20th.’ 

She continued, ‘Being part of this group, not to mention part of such a stellar cast, was a career highlight for me.’

‘I’m thrilled to get to tell more of Hannah’s story – I couldn’t have said yes more quickly to season two!’

Garner added that, ‘These characters and their story mean so much to me, as I know they do to the many who have championed our show; we’re excited to give audiences even more with this next chapter.’ 

Earlier this year in March, it was revealed that the series had been renewed for a second season, according to The Hollywood Reporter

The second sequel will based on a sequel to The Last Thing He Told Me – which was also written by Laura Dave. 

Ahead of her stepping back on set, Garner recently sparked engagement rumors with her boyfriend, John Miller, late last month. 

While driving in Los Angeles, the actress could be seen wearing a gold band with a turquoise stone on her ring finger. 

It came shortly after a source informed In Touch that Jennifer and John – who began dating in 2018 – have already had ‘wedding talk.’ 

‘Jennifer is finally putting the focus back on herself and everyone is happy to see it,’ the insider stated.  

‘She’ll never be a diva, but she deserves to be the center of attention after putting Ben [Affleck] first for so long and this shopping trip in Paris was the perfect reward.’

The source added that Garner and Miller ‘have taken a lot more trips to Europe than people realize.’

In a statement, Jennifer – who is also an executive producer – expressed, ‘Like so many people, I fell for Hannah on page one of Laura Dave’s gripping novel’; seen above in the Apple TV+ series 

The former couple also welcomed three children during the course of their marriage: Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12; Ben and Samuel seen earlier this month in L.A. 

‘Paris is one of their favorite escapes and they’ve decided getting married there this coming spring is something they want to do. This time around she wants a big wedding in a dream location and John is all for it.’

‘He loves the idea of giving her something that Ben never did, so he’s totally encouraging her to go all out. He’s got plenty of money and wants to totally spoil her,’ the insider continued.

The ᴅᴇᴀᴅpool & Wolverine actress was previously married to Ben Affleck from 2005 until their divorce in 2018. 

The former couple also welcomed three children during the course of their marriage: Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12. 

Earlier this month, Garner glammed up as she attended the star-studded, 2024 Baby2Baby Gala in West Hollywood (seen above) 

In 2022, Affleck tied the knot with Jennifer Lopez but the singer filed for divorce a few months earlier in August on their second wedding anniversary. 

Earlier this month, Garner glammed up as she attended the star-studded, 2024 Baby2Baby Gala in West Hollywood. 

The star donned a sleeveless, black gown that flowed down towards the ground while her brunette locks cascaded past her shoulders in light curls. 

Jennifer completed the look by adding a pair of sparkling, silver earrings and chunky rings on each of her hands.