In a recent interview on Alan Carr: Chatty Man, Johnny Knoxville revealed a shocking and hilarious incident that occurred while filming for his movie, “Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa.” The prankster extraordinaire explained that during the shoot, he found himself in a fraternity house, high on ecstasy while dressed up as the character Irving, an 86-year-old man.
As the night progressed, Knoxville’s heart started racing, and he soon realized that he had been unknowingly dosed with ecstasy. Feeling the effects, he embarked on a series of wild stunts, including jumping through a table and hanging from a basketball rim. It was during one of these stunts that he managed to break his finger, which resulted in a ruptured tendon and the finger sticking up straight.
Despite the injury, Knoxville took it all in good humor. He underwent surgery and wore a brace for six weeks, accepting the mishap as just another funny moment in his adventurous life.
During the interview, Alan Carr, the host of the show, offered Knoxville a drink to numb the pain. Knoxville, known for his affinity for pranks, humorously asked if Carr would pour the drink straight into his eye. The conversation lightened the mood and showcased Knoxville’s ability to find humor in even the most unconventional situations.
Aside from discussing his injury, Knoxville also spoke about his latest movie, “Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa.” He shared that the film includes all the pranks and stunts fans have come to love from the “Jackass” franchise, but with a loose narrative centered around a grandson character, played by the adorable Jackson Nicoll.
Knoxville described Nicoll as a “cute little menace” he discovered while working on another film. Impressed by the young boy’s fearlessness and comedic timing, Knoxville decided to cast him in “Bad Grandpa,” resulting in some truly hilarious moments on screen.
The interview also touched on Knoxville’s past experiences and his family history. Knoxville revealed that his father was quite the prankster himself, always playing jokes on people and pulling off outrageous stunts. This influence from his father and the joy derived from making people laugh led Knoxville to pursue a career in entertainment and stunt work.
In a surprising revelation, Knoxville shared that he recently discovered through a genealogy expert that there had been a significant degree of inbreeding in his family. Although initially taken aback, Knoxville jokingly embraced the information, interjecting humorous commentary throughout the interview.
Alan Carr also asked Knoxville why the “Jackass” franchise is so funny to audiences. Knoxville admitted that it’s hard to pinpoint the exact reason, but it seems to tap into people’s instinctual reactions. Seeing someone fall and hurt their elbow may elicit concern, but witnessing someone get kicked in the groin is instant comedic gold.
The interview ended on a light note, with Knoxville playfully addressing the homoerotic undertones of the “Jackass” series. He acknowledged that the stunts and pranks often involve physical contact and innuendo, comparing it to a more extreme version of a comedy stand-up routine.
As always, Johnny Knoxville brought his trademark humor and offbeat charm to Alan Carr: Chatty Man, leaving both the host and viewers entertained and eager to watch “Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa.” With its unique blend of outrageous pranks and a heartfelt narrative, the film promises to deliver laughs from start to finish.
Don’t miss out on this energetic interview and be sure to catch “Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa” for a rollicking good time.
