Full Breakdown
Jackass: Best and Last – Final Film Set for June 2026
4/28/2026, 8:28:00 AM
Final Chapter Announced
Paramount Pictures unveiled the first trailer for Jackass: Best and Last on April 27, 2026. The teaser confirms the project as the fifth and concluding entry in the stunt-comedy series, scheduled for theatrical release in the U.S. on June 26, 2026 (Australia June 25).
Background & Context
The franchise launched as an MTV reality series in 2000, created by Johnny Knoxville, Jeff Tremaine, and Spike Jonze. It produced four theatrical releases—*Jackass: The Movie* (2002), *Jackass Number Two* (2006), *Jackass 3D* (2010) and *Jackass Forever* (2022)—and spin-offs, generating over $500 million worldwide.
Cast & New Elements
Returning performers include Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius, Wee Man (Jason Acuña), Dave England, Preston Lacy, and Ehren McGhehey. New faces are Rachel Wolfson, Jasper Dolphin, Compston “Dark Shark” Wilson, Sean “Poopies” McInerney, and Zach Holmes. Robot Larry delivers a comedic prostate exam and a groin punch. Bam Margera appears only via archival footage following a lawsuit.
Impact & Significance
The concluding film arrives as Johnny Knoxville, 55, has ruled out further head-impact stunts after a 2022 bull-related brain injury that caused a concussion, hemorrhage, broken wrist and rib. The movie follows 2022's *Jackass Forever*, the franchise’s most recent theatrical entry. The release caps a 26-year run that shaped a niche of extreme comedy and contributed over $500 million to the global box-office.
Official Statements & Responses
Paramount’s press release calls the movie “a joyously raucous celebration of the mischievous camaraderie fans expect.” An Instagram post from Knoxville and the official *Jackass* account announced the June 26 opening; the trailer debuted at CinemaCon. Jeff Tremaine is credited as director and producer; Knoxville, Spike Jonze and Shanna Newton are also producers.
Criticism & Opposition
Bam Margera has sued Paramount, Knoxville and Jonze for wrongful termination and inadequate compensation. In an interview he said, “You couldn’t offer me enough money to want to do another Jackass with them.” His legal action underscores lingering tensions within the crew.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Australian media list the opening as June 25; U.S. announcements cite June 26. Additionally, the franchise’s usual post-release “unused-footage” compilation has not been confirmed, leaving that aspect unverified.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Well a wang dang and hot damn doodle, we are starting the year off with a bang,” — Johnny Knoxville, star
- “I can’t do anything where I can get another concussion,” — Johnny Knoxville, star
- “Um, I’m sad,” — Johnny Knoxville, star
- “Welcome to the first day of our last film.” — Johnny Knoxville, star
- “You couldn’t offer me enough money to want to do another Jackass with them.” — Bam Margera, former cast member
What’s Next
Paramount will add theater previews, social-media teasers and limited-edition merchandise. A global press tour featuring Knoxville and select cast members will accompany the June 26 launch, marking the franchise’s final theatrical run.
