Jackass
Jackass

Jackass

2002TV ShowEnded4 SeasonsEnglish

Join sadomasochistic superheroes Johnny Knoxville, Bam Margera, and the rest of the Jackass crew as they terrorize your TV screens and everyone that gets in their way (especially themselves) with their own sick and twisted interpretation of physical entertainment. Their brand of pranks, goofball antics, and unabashed brutal comedy are sure to bring new meaning to the phrase "Don't Try This At Home!"

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes51%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users83%
Director: Jeff TremaineGenres: Comedy, Stunt

Plot Summary

Jackass is a reality stunt and sketch comedy film that follows a group of friends as they perform a series of dangerous, painful, and often disgusting stunts and pranks on each other and the public. The film is a compilation of various segments showcasing their daredevil antics, ranging from elaborate, painful stunts to simple, gross-out gags.

Critical Reception

Jackass was a critical and commercial success, polarizing audiences and critics alike. While many reviewers criticized its crude humor and perceived lack of substance, others acknowledged its unique brand of anarchic comedy and the genuine camaraderie of its cast. The film proved to be incredibly popular, spawning a franchise that resonated with a young demographic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its outrageous stunts and the cast's willingness to endure pain for comedic effect.
  • Criticized for its low-brow humor, lack of plot, and potentially dangerous stunts.
  • Seen by many as a guilty pleasure, offering a raw and uninhibited brand of entertainment.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's hilariously outrageous stunts and the cast's fearless commitment to the gags. Many viewers found it incredibly entertaining and laugh-out-loud funny, appreciating the raw, unfiltered nature of the show. Some, however, found the humor to be too crude or the stunts too dangerous.

Fun Fact

The iconic "High Five" stunt, where Johnny Knoxville is hit in the face with a boxing glove on a spring, was actually performed for real and not staged.

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