If You Loved 'Jackass' as a Teenager, You Can't Miss Their New – And Final – Movie

After a 12-year hiatus, Jackass made a triumphant return in 2022 with Forever, which cemented the franchise's status in pop culture. The movie proved that men punching each other below the belt aren't relics of the MTV era but rather masterful comedians.

After undergoing a cultural reappraisal, it seemed that Jackass was back for good. However, after several years of silence, the creators proposed bidding farewell to the beloved franchise with Jackass: Best and Last.

What Is 'Jackass: Best and Last' About?

Much of the runtime is devoted to archival footage and brief interviews with the characters. Knoxville struggles to hold back tears, Pontius admits that he has difficulty controlling his emotions, and Steve-O wishes he could slam the door and be the film's MVP for once.

The selection of the best sketches is predictable yet understandable, offering enough to touch loyal fans and immerse new viewers in the context. Even among the old material, there are some real gems.

The movie opens with a scene in which a young Knoxville shoots himself with a revolver. For obvious reasons, MTV refused to air this episode at the time, and even years later, it remains more terrifying than any horror film.

'Jackass: Best and Last' Showcases Genuine Male Friendship Without Stereotypes, Bidding Farewell to Its Viewers

Contrary to popular belief, Jackass is not a hymn to masochism and sadistic enjoyment of suffering, rather, it's a heartfelt ode to male friendship, trust, and healthy masculinity.

The characters never hide pain or fear behind a facade of "toughness." In fact, the stuntmen openly express emotions and don't shy away from showing vulnerability or crying.

Their motivation for every silly stunt is the childish desire to make their friends laugh. The camera captures not so much the moment of impact as it does the reactions of those around them. First, they burst into laughter, then, they lovingly support and comfort the victim.

Jackass remains a shining example of kitsch, where absurd sets and parodies of classics often prove more important than the stunt itself. Best and Last feels like an epilogue: everything important has already been said, now, all that's left is to ride off gracefully into the sunset.

Ideally, Jackass would have had a bolder and more lucrative ending, but the creators accomplished the main goal – they reminded everyone that the franchise is special.

What Did Critics & Viewers Think of 'Jackass: Best and Last'?

• Jackass: Best and Last has 87% from critics and 83% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.

• On IMDb, the movie has a score of 6.3/10.

• On Letterboxd, Jackass: Best and Last scored 3.4/5.0.

Where to Watch 'Jackass: Best and Last'?

Jackass: Best and Last is available to buy or rent on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.