In Smollett's case it didn't work out.
Hiding in the woods, Jim sees Silver murder Tom, a crewman loyal to Smollett.
One of the brothers is Smollett's personal trainer and both have worked as extras on Empire.
Once the pirates return to their berths, Jim warns Smollett, Trelawney, and Livesey of the impending mutiny.
He later escapes the island together with Jim Hawkins, Dr. Livesey, Squire Trelawney,
Captain Smollett, Long John Silver, and Ben Gunn.
His lawyers have
said they will"mount an aggressive defence" of Mr Smollett, who they described as"a young man of impeccable character".
Sources told NBC and CNN Mr. Smollett apologised to the cast for any embarrassment caused by the incident
but maintained his innocence.
Chicago PD Superintendent Eddie Johnson said Mr Smollett told at least one of the brothers that he was"dissatisfied" with his salary on the show.
Smollett was charged with filing a false police
report last week and slammed by the Chicago Police Department for using“the pain and anger of racism to promote his career.”.