Bam Margera Has Given Approval for Archival Footage in New 'Jackass' Movie
In a surprising move, former MTV star Bam Margera has agreed to let his archival stunt footage appear in the upcoming "Jackass 5" movie. The decision marks a significant turnaround from his previous stance on the project, as he had expressed no interest in future involvement with the franchise due to past disagreements.
Margera's collaboration comes after a public rift with Johnny Knoxville and Paramount Pictures, which he was involved in following his dismissal from "Jackass Forever" in 2021. The incident arose from Margera's history of substance abuse and a reported violation of a "wellness agreement," which led to him being kicked off the show.
Despite filing a lawsuit against the production company, which was later dropped, Margera has continued to make headlines for his personal struggles with addiction. However, it appears he has made significant progress in his recovery, as he has been sober for over a year.
With the inclusion of his archival footage, "Jackass 5" is set to feature new material from the rest of the cast, and Knoxville has expressed hope that Margera's involvement will help him stay focused on his recovery. The movie is scheduled for release in June 2026, although more details about the project are yet to be revealed.
Margera's deal with Paramount Pictures marks a significant step forward in his efforts to move past his past disputes with the franchise. By allowing his archival footage to appear in the new movie, he has taken a bold step towards healing old wounds and re-establishing himself as part of the "Jackass" family.
In a surprising move, former MTV star Bam Margera has agreed to let his archival stunt footage appear in the upcoming "Jackass 5" movie. The decision marks a significant turnaround from his previous stance on the project, as he had expressed no interest in future involvement with the franchise due to past disagreements.
Margera's collaboration comes after a public rift with Johnny Knoxville and Paramount Pictures, which he was involved in following his dismissal from "Jackass Forever" in 2021. The incident arose from Margera's history of substance abuse and a reported violation of a "wellness agreement," which led to him being kicked off the show.
Despite filing a lawsuit against the production company, which was later dropped, Margera has continued to make headlines for his personal struggles with addiction. However, it appears he has made significant progress in his recovery, as he has been sober for over a year.
With the inclusion of his archival footage, "Jackass 5" is set to feature new material from the rest of the cast, and Knoxville has expressed hope that Margera's involvement will help him stay focused on his recovery. The movie is scheduled for release in June 2026, although more details about the project are yet to be revealed.
Margera's deal with Paramount Pictures marks a significant step forward in his efforts to move past his past disputes with the franchise. By allowing his archival footage to appear in the new movie, he has taken a bold step towards healing old wounds and re-establishing himself as part of the "Jackass" family.