Johnny Knoxville Shares Experience Working On ‘The Studio’ Episode 6 With Josh Hutcherson
Jackass star jokes about potential 'DUHPOCALYPSE' film collaboration with Seth Rogen and Spike Jonze
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Johnny Knoxville, the daredevil entertainer known for his outrageous stunts on ‘Jackass,’ recently took to Instagram to share his experience working on episode 6 of Apple TV+’s ‘The Studio.’ In his latest post, Knoxville revealed his enjoyment working on the episode titled ‘The Pediatric Oncologist,’ which is now available for streaming.
Behind The Scenes Of ‘the Studio’
In his caption, Knoxville wrote: “Had a ball working on ep 6 of #TheStudio, The Pediatric Oncologist. @jhutch1992 fingers crossed @sethrogen can get #spikejonze to make DUHPOCALYPSE!” The reference to ‘DUHPOCALYPSE’ appears to be an inside joke or potential project involving Seth Rogen and acclaimed director Spike Jonze, though details remain unclear.
‘The Studio’ is an Apple TV+ series that follows the inner workings of a film production company. Episode 6, featuring Knoxville, is now available for streaming on the platform.
Knoxville’s Recent Activities
The ‘Jackass’ star has been keeping busy with various projects. Just days before his post about ‘The Studio,’ Knoxville appeared on Adam Ray’s ‘Dr. Phil Live’ comedy show alongside comedians Marc Maron, Teddy Swims, and Jimmy O. Yang. The comedic performance featured Knoxville participating in ‘Jackass’-style antics with the host.
Knoxville has also maintained an active social media presence, sharing moments from his personal and professional life. In April, he posted about his appearance on John Mulaney’s ‘Everybody’s Live’ show, where he performed alongside Bill Hader, Chelsea Peretti, Richard Kind, and musician Bartees Strange. In his post about the experience, Knoxville expressed his professional and personal admiration for Mulaney.
From Jackass To Acting
Born Philip John Clapp on March 11, 1971, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Johnny Knoxville rose to fame as the co-creator and star of MTV’s ‘Jackass,’ which premiered in 2000. The show, known for its dangerous stunts and crude humor, launched Knoxville into mainstream fame and spawned several successful films.
Throughout his career, Knoxville has balanced his stunt work with acting roles in films such as ‘Men in Black II,’ ‘The Dukes of Hazzard,’ and ‘Bad Grandpa.’ He’s also appeared in more dramatic roles, showcasing his range beyond the extreme physical comedy that made him famous.
Collaborative History
Knoxville has a history of collaborating with filmmakers like Spike Jonze, who was a co-creator of the original ‘Jackass’ series and directed many of the franchise’s most memorable stunts. Jonze, known for films like ‘Being John Malkovich’ and ‘Her,’ brought his unique visual style to the ‘Jackass’ world.
Similarly, Seth Rogen, mentioned in Knoxville’s post, has established himself as a comedy powerhouse both in front of and behind the camera. While Rogen and Knoxville haven’t collaborated extensively in the past, the Instagram post suggests they may be working on bringing ‘DUHPOCALYPSE’ to life with Jonze’s directorial vision.
Continuing Legacy
Despite being in the entertainment industry for over two decades and suffering numerous injuries from his stunts, Knoxville continues to take on new challenges and projects. His appearance in ‘The Studio’ demonstrates his ongoing relevance in the entertainment world.
Fans of Knoxville can catch him in episode 6 of ‘The Studio’ on Apple TV+ and stay tuned for potential updates on the mysterious ‘DUHPOCALYPSE’ project mentioned in his Instagram post.
While known primarily for his outrageous stunts, Knoxville has proven himself a versatile entertainer capable of comedy, acting, and production work across various mediums. His latest work on Apple TV+’s ‘The Studio’ adds another credit to his diverse entertainment portfolio.
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