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The Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Why Bam Margera will not consider a Jackass reunion
Bam Margera has ruled out any return to the Jackass franchise, stating that the damage caused by past events is irreparable. He was dismissed from the 2022 film Jackass Forever, which led him to file a lawsuit in 2021 against the creators, including Johnny Knoxville and Jeff Tremaine. Margera alleged that his civil rights were violated, and he was coerced into a 'wellness agreement' before his firing. The lawsuit was resolved through a private settlement in 2022, but Margera confirmed he remains out of contact with Knoxville and Tremaine. He also stated that he would not consider remaking his MTV show Viva La Bam, believing the concept has run its natural course.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fear Factor Rebooted With a Twist, and Johnny Knoxville at the Helm
Johnny Knoxville is no stranger to extreme television, but this time, he's not the one taking the risks—he's the ringmaster. The Jackass legend has signed on to host Fear Factor: The Next Chapter, a modern reboot of the early 2000s reality classic that once pushed network TV boundaries with its blend of high-stakes stunts and gross-out dares. Now, Fox is reviving the show with a twist that aims to shock and go viral, according to Variety. Set to debut during the 2025–2026 season, the new Fear Factor will strand contestants in a remote location. Once there, they'll not only face physical and psychological challenges but also social-media-driven dares and group dynamics designed to test alliances. According to Fox and producers at Endemol Shine North America, the series is engineered for a new era of reality TV, where fear meets strategy, and outrageous moments are tailor-made for TikTok. "When you reimagine a series as legendary as Fear Factor, you need a host who is the epitome of daring charisma and spectacle, and that's Johnny Knoxville," said Endemol Shine CEO Sharon Levy. "We're pushing fear and social strategy to places that will redefine reality competition." Knoxville, who made a name for himself by launching out of porta-potties and wrestling wild animals on Jackass, now gets to watch others face their fears. "Johnny Knoxville is the champion of fearless entertainment," said Fox's President of Entertainment, Michael Thorn. "His unmatched ability to push boundaries makes him the perfect host for this wild reinvention." Fear Factor first aired in 2001 with Joe Rogan at the helm, challenging contestants to do everything from eat insects to leap across moving attempted a reboot with Ludacris in 2017, but Fox's version promises to turn up the intensity for a generation raised on social media spectacle and viral dares. Casting is already underway for U.S. and Canadian residents 18 and older at The show is produced by Endemol Shine North America, with Knoxville bringing his signature shock-value energy to a format built for the age of clicks, chaos, and clout. The next chapter of fear starts now, and it's going to be wild. Fear Factor Rebooted With a Twist, and Johnny Knoxville at the Helm first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 24, 2025
Geek Tyrant
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Johnny Knoxville Set to Host FEAR FACTOR Series Reboot at Fox — GeekTyrant
Jackass actor Johnny Knoxville is all too familiar with gross and outrageous stunts, making him the perfect host for Fox's revival of the popular competition program Fear Factor , in which contestants would take on outlandish assignments, such as jumping on to a moving vehicle or eating live insects. In the new Fox version, a group of contestants will live together in a remote location, and grapple not only with dares and stunts but social-media challenges as well. The series, slated to be called Fear Factor: The Next Chapter , is set to premiere during Fox's 2025-2026 season. Sharon Levy, Chief Executive Officer, Endemol Shine North America, said of the host and the new series: 'When you reimagine a series as legendary as 'Fear Factor,' you need a host who is the epitome of daring charisma and spectacle, and that's Johnny Knoxville personified. 'We'll be pushing fear and social strategy to places that will redefine reality competition, which makes Johnny the perfect host for what will be a wild, unforgettable ride, and we're beyond excited to see him unleash all the fear (and the fun) on our contestants and our viewers.' The series was originally hosted by Joe Rogan on NBC, then by Ludacris on MTV. Over the course of each episode, contestants vie for thousands of dollars by taking part in stunts that may involve physical challenges, gross-out demands and even extreme-action scenarios. Casting for the upcoming series open to people over the age of 18, who are residents of the U.S. or Canada. More information can be found at via: Variety
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fear Factor Revival: See Who's Replacing Joe Rogan as Host
This time, Johnny Knoxville can leave the stunts to somebody else: The Jackass star is set to host Fox's upcoming revival of Fear Factor, which is set to premiere in the 2025-2026 season. 'Johnny Knoxville is the champion of fearless entertainment,' president of Fox Television Network Michael Thorn said in a statement. 'His wild sense of humor, unmatched ability to push boundaries and take on the extreme makes him the perfect fit to lead this bold new reinvention of Fear Factor.' More from TVLine Jon Bernthal's Punisher to Appear in Spider-Man: Brand New Day Casting News: Andor Subs In for Kimmel, Connie Britton Joins Steve Carell Comedy and More Shrinking EP Tees Up Brett Goldstein and Cobie Smulders' Returns, Michael J. Fox and Jeff Daniels' Season 3 Arcs Officially titled Fear Factor: The Next Chapter, the stunt-based game show will take place in 'an unforgiving, remote location,' where 'a group of strangers will live together under one roof and face mind-blowing stunts, harrowing challenges and a twisted game of social strategy where trust is fleeting — and fear is a weapon,' reads its official description. 'Only one contestant will conquer all their fears and walk away with the massive grand prize.' Knoxville is an actor and filmmaker best known for starring in and producing the Jackass TV series and the franchise's subsequent films. He was most recently seen in Apple TV+'s comedy The Studio (created by Seth Rogan) and Samir Oliveros' The Luckiest Man In America. His other TV credits include ABC's The Prank Panel, Hulu's Reboot, History of the World: Part Two, Agent Elvis and Ridiculousness. The original Fear Factor was hosted by Joe Rogan and aired from 2001 to 2006 on NBC. It was later revived by the same network in 2011, and again in 2017 by MTV. What do you think of Knoxville as the new host of ? And will you be watching? Let us know in the comments! Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
UPI
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
Johnny Knoxville hosting 'Fear Factor' revival on Fox
1 of 5 | Johnny Knoxville, seen at the 2018 premiere of "Action Point" in Los Angeles, will host "Fear Factor: The Next Chapter. File Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI | License Photo June 23 (UPI) -- Fox Television Network announced Monday that Johnny Knoxville will host Fear Factor: The Next Chapter. The reality competition will be on the 2025-2026 Fox schedule. Fear Factor: The Next Chapter is a working title. The update of the game will pit strangers against each other in stunts and challenges in remote locations until there is only one winner. The original Fear Factor aired from 2001 to 2006 on NBC. Joe Rogan hosted the NBC iteration, which filmed in a studio as contestants faced fears of insects, heights and other phobias that could be challenged in stunts. It was revived for NBC specials and a 2011 revival season, then two MTV seasons from 2017 to 2018. Knoxville originated the MTV stunt show Jackass, which went on to release four theatrical movies. Casting for contestants is open to people 18 and older in the United States and Canada.
