Time will eventually prevent Johnny Knoxville, Steve-O, Chris Pontius and the rest of the remaining original Jackass crew from doing the dangerous and disgusting stunts that have made them some of the most beloved figures in comedy world. There's only so many medicine balls to the crotch, charges from a bull and rigged porta potty explosions that the human body can withstand before it breaks down for good, especially when the individuals participating in said activities are all currently between the ages of 45 and 53. But what the existence and content of the founding members likely swan song Jackass Forever confirms is that their brand of comedy is already timeless.
Courtesy of a new group of cast members (Too Stupid to Die star Zach Holmes, social media daredevil Sean "Poopies" McInereny, Odd Future member/Loiter Squad star Jasper Dolphin, pro skateboarder Eric Manaka, stand-up comic Rachel Wolfson-all of whom fit in seamlessly) being collectively inspired to enter the stupid stunt business by watching these guys and the demented, idiotic genius that's once again on display in this latest round of bits, the Jackass crew have become unlikely comedic pioneers with a quietly rich legacy that should easily outlive the company of lovable idiots that built it. Not even the sad absences of the late Ryan Dunn and Bam Margera-who was fired from the production of Forever on account of his continued substance abuse problems could screw up the magic that the Jackass crew makes together. They're in the business of making themselves and audiences around the world laugh by subjecting themselves to shit that 99.99% of the global population would want no part of and neither the prolonged gap of time between movies (Jackass 3D was released in October 2010) or their now advanced age made any impact on the beautiful sense of camaraderie, slapstick wackiness and bravery that makes their comedy every bit as joyful as it is hilarious, painful and obscene. Jackass Forever is perhaps the most welcome family reunion in the history of the world, and I'm beyond thrilled that this iteration of the franchise will be able to ride off into the sunset on such a perfect note.
Grade: A
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