jackass: best and last (2026) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

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1. 1

   Birth of Jackass (1998 footage)

   The film opens with never-before-seen footage from 1998, presenting the birth of the Jackass phenomenon. It shows Johnny Knoxville and friends preparing for a dangerous stunt, including Knoxville shooting himself in the chest while wearing a Kevlar vest and magazines. The moment is framed as the origin story of the outrageous project.

   When

   1998

2. 2

   Crew introduction and signature stunts

   The main cast—Knoxville, Steve-O, Wee Man, Pontius, and others—emerge for an intro sequence set to a remix of Holding Out for a Hero. They perform hits and get beaten up as usual, culminating with Wee Man striking Knoxville in the groin. The segment reestablishes the group's dynamic and chaotic energy.

3. 3

   Knoxville announces this will be the final Jackass film

   The film weaves between classic stunts and new ones while Knoxville and Pontius discuss the possibility of this being the final Jackass movie. Knoxville admits the thought makes him emotional, signaling a poignant farewell. Pontius jokes about not being in touch with his emotions, adding humor to the moment.

4. 4

   Golf Course Airhorn

   A reprise of the original bit where airhorns are blown to distract golfers on a course. The pranks provoke startled reactions as players swing or throw clubs toward the attackers. The gag showcases the crew’s penchant for disruption in everyday settings.

   Where

   Golf course

5. 5

   Escaped Convict

   From the pilot of the series, Knoxville is dressed in an LA County jumpsuit as officers arrive believing he’s an actual escapee. The crew explains it’s all for a show, keeping the illusion intact. The scene blends real-world authority with staged chaos, a hallmark of Jackass humor.

   Where

   On-set / pilot episode

6. 6

   Abduction with Brad Pitt

   The team stages a fake kidnapping involving Brad Pitt, alerting 911 ahead of time to prevent genuine panic. Pitt is taken to a taco stand where he’s pulled into a van in front of shocked bystanders. The stunt plays on celebrity presence and public disbelief to generate chaos.

   Where

   Taco stand / public street

7. 7

   Butt X-Ray

   In the first Jackass film sequence, Ryan Dunn has a toy car inserted into his rectum and goes to an x-ray. Medical staff are bewildered by the image, captured for laughs and shock value. The moment remains a defining example of the franchise’s gross-out humor.

   Where

   X-ray room

8. 8

   Silence of the Lambs cobra room prank

   This segment from Jackass Forever makes the group think they’re trapped in a dim room with a cobra. They discover they’re not actually in danger, though Bam Margera’s fear of snakes adds extra tension. The sequence blends fear with playful misdirection for dark humor.

   Where

   Dark room

9. 9

   High Five in the office

   The crew sets up a giant hand in their office to smack Bam, sending him to the floor and into a flour-covered tumble. The stunt relies on surprise and physical slapstick to deliver the joke. It nods to classic Jackass humor in a compact setup.

   Where

   Office set

10. 10

    Big Red Rocket flight

    Knoxville is strapped to a giant rocket launched over a lake, delivering a dramatic ascent. The first attempt fails when the rocket disintegrates before launch, while the second yields a large aerial moment before the splash. It epitomizes the high-risk spectacle the series is known for.

    Where

    Over a lake

11. 11

    Poo Cocktail Supreme

    Steve-O is launched from a port-a-potty filled with feces, emerging smeared and laughing through the chaos. The stunt blends gross-out humor with the crew’s fearless energy. It stands as a quintessential example of the franchise’s boundary-pushing sensibility.

    Where

    Port-a-potty

12. 12

    The Magic Trick

    Knoxville experiences a brutal bull stunt in which he’s flung into the air twice, suffering a concussion and broken ribs. The sequence underscores the extreme danger behind their antics. It also serves as a stark reminder of the risks the team regularly accepts for a laugh.

    Where

    Bull arena

13. 13

    Robot Rectal Exam

    The first major new stunt introduces Adam Ray voicing a robot named Larry who conducts a crude rectal exam on Steve-O. A condom on Larry’s finger is used as a gag, culminating in a ridiculous procedural setup. The scene sets the tone for the film’s newer, more elaborate pranks.

    Where

    Studio / lab

14. 14

    Final shopping cart ending

    Before the credits, the crew recreates the opening of the first film by riding a giant shopping cart as explosions erupt around them. They crash through an 'THE END' sign with puppets substituting for the crew, delivering a dramatic send-off. It marks the declared end of Jackass with a bang.

    Where

    Hill / hillside set

15. 15

    Closing credits and Knoxville’s hotel aftermath

    The credits roll with outtakes and farewells, including Poopies crying. After the credits, Knoxville is shown in his hotel room reflecting on the gunshot stunt, insisting the ending unfolded the way he wanted. The post-credits moment provides a quieter, personal counterpoint to the film’s chaos.

    Where

    Hotel room