Earlier immediately (Jan. 8) it was revealed {that a} fifth Jackass film was within the works for a late June launch and now it seems potential that one of many franchise’s estranged stars might presumably be returning to the fold.
In accordance with TMZ, an unnamed supply conversant in what is going on on behind the scenes with the movie has shared that the Jackass producers have reached out to Bam Margera concerning the potential of working with him for the fifth film installment.
Per the report, Margera’s reps have been notified in late 2025 about the potential for a 2026 movie. The supply revealed that negotiations are ongoing with Bam’s lawyer during which they hope to strike a deal to make use of previous footage of him for the film and that the chance is there to carry him again for brand new stunts as effectively.
The sources advised TMZ that Margera has been reluctant to return to the franchise, however did comply with the negotiation. Margera was nixed from 2022’s Jackass Perpetually movie over a contract violation associated to his sobriety.
Why Has Bam Margera Been Estranged From the Jackass Franchise?
Bam Margera filed swimsuit in opposition to Paramount, Johnny Knoxville and producer Jeff Tremaine citing “wrongful termination” again in 2022 after he was booted from the fourth movie installment within the Jackass franchise. However in April of 2022, Margera walked again his pursuit of authorized motion in opposition to all concerned.
Having reached a settlement, the movie was ultimately launched with out Bam’s involvement marking the primary time he was not included in one of many Jackass movies.
In his preliminary swimsuit, he claimed that it was wrongful termination as a result of he had examined constructive for Adderall, which medical doctors had prescribed for him as medicine.
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However this additionally got here throughout a interval during which Margera was struggling together with his sobriety and his relationship with these engaged on the movie turned strained. PopCrush famous that Tremaine obtained a brief restraining order after receiving disturbing messages from Margera, whereas ScreenCrush cited veiled threats made by Margera in opposition to Tremaine on social media.
What Steve-O and Jess Margera Mentioned About Bam Probably Returning?
In a newl version of Steve-O’s Wild Experience podcast which debuted immediately (June 8), the guy Jackass star spoke with Bam’s brother Jess Margera of the band CKY and the dialogue turned to the Jackass franchise and Bam’s potential involvement.
Recorded previous to the general public announcement of a brand new Jackass movie, Steve-O tells Jess, “If there’s a new Jackass venture, I actually hope that Bam sees it for what it may very well be, which is full circle redemption, again with Jackass household.”
He provides, “I do know that plenty of the celebrities should align for this to occur as a result of there is not even a venture at this level, however there’s potential for one. And it will occur actually quick if it does occur. And I do know that Bam must actually, like, I do not need to say swallow pleasure, however he would [have] to bury the hatchet and let bygones be bygones.”
Jess Margera then shared, “Truthfully, the final film, like, it was simply tremendous dangerous timing for him as a result of he was coping with the habit stuff clearly, however then he misplaced his accomplice in crime. In order that needed to really feel bizarre as hell, you recognize?”
Steve-O then countered, “I feel if this venture occurs, it may very well be so therapeutic. It is time to put it away and let go of it as a result of resentment is such poison. Let’s let the injuries heal and let’s get the band again collectively and heal and be wholesome and constructive.”
Jess Margera concludes, “I simply need him to know that no person’s out to get him. All people simply desires to see him doing good and we’re stoked to see him skating.”
Jess Margera Visitors on Steve-O’s Wild Experience Podcast
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