Jake Gyllenhaal on Being Punched for Real for Road House and Doing Broadway with Denzel Washington

Jake Gyllenhaal talks about starring in Shakespeare's Othello alongside Denzel Washington, his intense MMA training for Road House and Conor McGregor accidentally punching him in the face during filming.
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Jake Gyllenhaal on Being Punched for Real for Road House and Doing Broadway with Denzel Washington
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[@dfillio8993]

Jake got shredded AF for this, dude legit looked like an MMA fighter

[@theKT1974]

The slapping scene in Roadhouse. I just love it!!

[@AnaTaylor-me8kr]

Jake is one of my favourite actors. Loved him in 'Prisoners'. ❤

[@marcadenexus]

He can't be your favorite actor, he's already my favorite actor!!! 😭😭😭

[@drumbum3.142]

He's Better in Enemy.. . Lol Lol

[@vinnbalor]

​@@drumbum3.142he's even more better in nightcrawler 😏

[@drumbum3.142]

@@vinnbalor Is that a side eye smirk of uncertainty, indicesion ?. 🙃🫠🙃🙃🤔🙃🙃🫠🫠🫠🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃

[@ashleighzee1611]

His body in Southpaw....

[@valmacclinchy]

Jake is one of the finest, most versatile actors around. He completely transforms, disappearing into his characters, every single time. Donnie Darko, Brokeback Mountain, Prisoners, Nightcrawler, Southpaw, Stronger, Nocturnal Animals..etc. So excited for his return to Broadway! Othello will be incredible. And Roadhouse looks like so much fun... Great interview, as always 😊❤

[@2011blueman]

I just watched the movie, by far the worst film that Jake has ever been in.

[@abyan3768]

couldnt agree more it was bullshit pure bullshit@@2011blueman

[@valmacclinchy]

@@2011blueman it is so much fun, I loved it! Excellent homage to the over the top 80s action movies, loved the Easter eggs in tribute to Patrick, and the sarcastic humor. Jake really prepared for this role, big time...

[@d.r.8415]

agreed! so many oscar winners out there who wish they had the range he did....he doesnt get enough credit.

[@JohnKennedy-tk2df]

@@2011blueman❤❤❤

[@absoluteacw]

Jake is such a pleasant, chatty and humorous guy. One of those interviews when it just flows. He is one of my favourite actors and ofcourse very handsome.

[@nahuestark6480]

The one he has with Eminem is pure GOLD

[@valmacclinchy]

@@nahuestark6480 The Southpaw Sessions is absolutely brilliant. Hilarious how they troll the interviewer 🤣

[@douglaspate9314]

mine too

[@efqdotcom]

Conor McGregor is not acting he's being himself. 😂

[@evecathcart]

A lunatic, basically 😂

[@syed1691]

Roadhouse deserves the big screen!!!

[@ericoliver1603]

yeah, this should be in theaters not streaming, its freaking Roadhouse for crying out loud

[@oregonziggy2391]

Agreed I was actually going to see it in the theater. Bummed to learn it wasn't hitting theaters.

[@absta100]

nah

[@reviewforthetube6485]

It's all about who offers the best deal. It's an Amazon movie also this eas bound to happen guys.

[@scottv8124]

"I want you to look at the movie screen. Theres something I want to show you"

[@Studycase3000]

I have never seen Jake G. be anything but an absolute joy and complete gentleman, EVER. You're just loveable and I can't wait to watch your vs. of Roadhouse. I've caught a lot of interviews and trying not to see too much footage, Looks like a blast

[@valmacclinchy]

He becomes friends with everyone he works with...he must be so much fun on set.

[@travisbickle2004]

Look at Jake with his perfect hair and well groomed face, what a handsome and talented bastard he is

[@oledevo]

Read it in a proper scottish accent.

[@pertrini1]

Lol

[@stephb3321]

😂

[@dattaprasadgodbole]

If read in a Scottish accent, this is a poem.

[@absta100]

@@oledevoI read it in Irish 🤷‍♀️😂

[@GiGi-lg1dl]

The best time was when the paparazzi caught him scratching his back with his fork 🍴 😆

[@haku_aku]

"Uncouth Backscratcher"

[@GiGi-lg1dl]

@@haku_aku yesssss! 😆

[@pranakhan]

I watched the video that his Physical Trainer put out about him on Men's Health, and Jake is massively underplaying the time & effort it took to get into that shape. That's a humble guy right there! Awesome job

[@caderabideau6728]

steroids

[@valmacclinchy]

@@caderabideau6728 no. Jake has always been athletic and in excellent shape. He worked with the best trainers and boxers for months prior to Southpaw. Then he did even more intense workouts for months and training with MMA trainers for Roadhouse.

[@slimturnpike]

Natty I'd say. But only his trainer knows

[@valmacclinchy]

@@slimturnpike the Southpaw Sessions interviews discuss Jake's training regimen, preparing to be a boxer in the movie Southpaw. It was crazy intense with pro boxers. So it would be similar to that for Roadhouse, I know he has multiple trainers, did all kinds of cross training, wrestling ...it's natural.

[@slimturnpike]

@@valmacclinchy Like I wrote, seems natty

[@Niborino9409]

I love that Jimmy Fallon seems genuine here. Must be their shared past!

[@ebythebeach]

ugh

[@ivaerz4977]

Jimmy is as real as yeti the snowman

[@kasumirose]

Sipping coffee like you 're on a late night show.🎶🎶🎶

[@mainly_marvel]

i understood that reference..

[@Debby901]

🧣

[@bronwyn117]

Too funny! Forever and always!

[@catwmn2345]

Had to check the comments to see if there would be any of these. Not disappointed.

[@Somtric]

Jake is a super great actor and very underrated, underappreciated. Love so many of his movies.

[@cptpepper7731]

The mandatory "underrated" comment in every comment section of anything that has ever been posted on YT

[@leif1075]

​@@cptpepper7731Is it wrong or ironic if I say this comment is underrated then?

[@Somtric]

Calm down kid, you'll survive. Being a negative loser online, is not original. Gl@@cptpepper7731

[@cptpepper7731]

@@leif1075 No, it would only be very unoriginal.

[@kitdaffyd71]

Just finished watching the new Road House and it was so entertaining. Definitely watch

[@cruelladevil9440]

6:54 "so serious" the way he says it over and over is the cutest thing ever

[@Golden_Kelsi]

I admire Jake's unwavering dedication in this film. He's absolutely shredded!

[@tabathaogost4982]

Look at how huge that suit is around Jake's writs and it's still tight around his muscles, he got HUGE for Roadhouse I can't believe it! Roadhoouse is sooooo good the fight scenes are best I've seen! I'm obsessed with how it was shot. Camera work and choreography is out of this world

[@powerhouse884]

Best Beard🧔🏻‍♂️ in Hollywood

[@kingab3204]

Oscar Isaac is the best beard in Hollywood, but Jake is close :D

[@rylter]

Chuck Norris activated.

[@debbyfronke3227]

Jake and keanu are the most humble sweetest non-Hollywood celebs existing-you know their rich but they come off as just real people-would love a hour coversation with them-morgan freeman too! Bring on road house!!

[@josehernandez-fs9ek]

He deserves an Oscar already!!!

[@grassfedcharlie]

Fr. He was good af in Nightcrawler

[@valmacclinchy]

He is always outstanding. He already has a BAFTA, I'm sure an Oscar is coming, and maybe even a Tony...he's so versatile ❤

[@nevenak.4180]

long time overdue

[@debbyfronke3227]

Hes done at least three films where I was screaming give him a oscar-they never consider him-hes not Hollywood material-fine with me- He is the perfect actor and gentleman-dont need the Hollywood foreign press gold statue to prove that!

[@chriswright4677]

@@grassfedcharliesmartly put.

[@seankim884]

Jake Gyllenhaal Was In Another Boxing Movie As Billy Hope In Southpaw!

[@Zack_1327]

Southpaw was phenomenal

[@Soupermahn]

​@@Zack_1327production was shit All stunts were poorly done,

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Jake is great as alway he look amazing with facial hair such extremely underated awesome actor ,and also a great human being i watch all his movies always phenomenal❤.

[@TheCoolBeanie]

The part where Jake says in the move “ BE NICE “ I bet that wasn’t in script 😂

[@Ladioz]

The best hair and beard in the world. Fairplay Jake!

[@2gatsuuga]

I love Jake Gyllenhaal and I can’t wait for this movie but I’m DEFINITELY going to need the subtitles lol I have no idea what Mcgregor was saying in between “Dalton!” and “Don’t let nobody get this close” 😂😂

[@ThaddeusLalandeFitness]

lol same 😂 cool accent though haha

[@abyan3768]

dont watch its a waste of time

[@Joker-fx6mh]

My name is Dalton and I am actually from Montana. Which is so weird to hear the character is from lol

[@explorer96core73]

It's an entertaining humor/action popcorn flick 😎

[@adamkis3569]

Dads everywhere salute you for that tragedy joke. 👏🏻 👏🏻 👏🏻

[@Mrsamj1989]

You who charmed my dad with self effacing jokes

[@Catherinzsl]

_"I felt like Billie Eilish or something."_ Subtly savage. One might even say casually cruel.

[@Thepomafame]

He wants his Oscar

[@Alexandra0729]

One might even say casually cruel in the name of being honest.

[@GiGi-lg1dl]

Well, he’s not gonna mention Tay…Jimmy already did in the monologue. Awkward!

[@GiGi-lg1dl]

This is apparently how he spoke to Scott lol

[@aliastar5616]

When? ​@@GiGi-lg1dl

[@GKristyle]

Jake Gyllenhaal is so good in this movie. The acting is top-notch❤ I have great respect for the dedication and discipline he demonstrates in his training regimen💪

[@FrancisSyCoCo]

Still to this day, its criminally insane how he was not nominated in Nightcrawler..

[@Chr1st8l]

Yes, feel the same

[@Rubrick23.]

Fell asleep twice in that movie 😮😢

[@thesavagebeast3994]

From Gay Cowboy to Southpaw then Road House remake, the guy is a Motherf**king Legend!

[@susisiebert5942]

And now Shakespeare

[@valmacclinchy]

@@susisiebert5942 2025...gonna be amazing

[@Nicolee1973]

I think Patrick would love that a remake of Roadhouse is being done👍❤️ He was one in a million.

[@mikekaraoke]

Love Jake, met him once such a great down to earth guy! Great his also doing theatre again, I remember when hearing/seeing when he did: Sunday in the Park with George on Broadway! Then he came over to London to the revival in the West End and was n TV, Radio, Mags, Social Media talking about it as you know! Then the production was scheduled to transfer to the West End at the Savoy Theatre in 2021, after a delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, with Annaleigh Ashford and directed by Lapine. The production was again delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic with no new date given, and as of the end of 2023 has not yet happened or been rescheduled. So I do hope he does that afterwards 🙏🏻

[@LoulaGaming]

road house deserves a 2nd part !! ! this movie was actually too good

[@gregslone4874]

They obviously leave it open for one. I'm sure they will.

[@meliB32]

Saw this movie last night and while I do love the original and Patrick more than ever I believe Jake did it justice! It was really a good time watch for sure!

[@DarioTheDude]

Jake has that interesting reversed carreer where he started with alot of serious Oscar roles and starts to have more fun once he gets older.

[@carlaglover9098]

Loved Roadhouse, just watched it last night and it was great.

[@marciocouto3543]

most perfect beard I've ever saw.

[@cptpepper7731]

I've ever seen

[@sharonshin4574]

Great interview with Jake Gyllenhaal!! He looks good with a beard.

[@user-nz4rm3bi7f]

I'm bleeding! I''m actor! haha killed me

[@05assahse]

Who else came here after watching Road House? Good stuff Jake

[@jaimeantoniomangune5793]

The Bubble Boy 😭😂

[@sabrinamontagna395]

Jake is one of my favourite actors and I love how humble he is even when he knows that he is amazing! ❤

[@jocelynastheart2732]

Jake is so so sweet great talent and I love it when he come's to the tonight show! great great actor! and wow on broadway with Denzel washionton !

[@bane8895]

Peter Griffin: Roadhouse!

[@mojaindustries4185]

" _I felt like Bellie Ellish or something._ " Jake's so real for that.

[@JessicasMagicalTreasures]

Jake is such an incredible actor! My husband and I are both fans. ❤😍😁

[@edwincatalan5000]

Roadhouse deserve to be on theaters !!! Jake gylenhall is one of the best actors right now working everything he does its amazing , i really hope he recive his deserve Oscar soon.

[@rominamarosan3567]

Jimmy is so good, my favorite talk show host! Love love love

[@joeymims5852]

ughhhhhhhh, hes sooooooooo fake!

[@titusmccarthy]

He's so full of BS

[@lashendawest7509]

We love jake Gyllenhaal and jimmy fallon

[@vasuchauhan303]

"I got a tip for you, don't let anyone this close to your face" 🔥

[@philm65]

.. you had one job.

[@kellykim3684]

One of my fav actors 👍🏻👍🏻

[@biswaop4219]

loved the movie hope we get part 2

[@katiesivak7122]

Love Jake sm. Always been a great talent and so charismatic and he always is so sweet and charming. I will support and watch anything he does.

[@sethjoyce]

I had the same situation with a work buddy of mine- we were just messing around boxing in the warehouse and I accidentally caught him and immediately both of us were like "OOH!"

[@noname-tj8jo]

Bro doesnt age at all

[@valmacclinchy]

Right??!

[@boycie2.099]

The beard hides it abit

[@valmacclinchy]

@@boycie2.099 without a beard he looks younger

[@boycie2.099]

@@valmacclinchy it definitely doesn't

[@valmacclinchy]

@@boycie2.099 I think he looks great either way

[@myroslavavyshyvaniuk6673]

They always are laughing in this show, and I like it so much, it makes my mood better❤

[@ermaek2145]

I love any movie in which I can thirst over Jake Gyllenhaal!😍

[@tbird2692]

They did an awesome job with the movie. It paid homage to the old one and did its own thing by being more action packed and funny.

[@jheens]

To be honest, he always be my favorite persons' actor, I'll meet in person once a day, I cannot stop hear his best laugh, I love him

[@devanmoran]

have to interview bill skarsgard next

[@Dunkakino]

He has not aged a single day since the early 10's!!

[@SagnikBakshi0325]

Extraordinary actor. Even better as a human.

[@AlphaConviction]

tbh

[@DIDYOUSEETHAT172]

100% Only saw one of his movies, maybe two, The Day after with Dennis Quade. This is a fun ride. Laughed my ass off.

[@vikrantsingh8688]

Omkara in 2006 was made based on Othello in Indian Film Industry Staring Ajay Devgan.

[@mikelkirby2791]

Fun interview and yes, lots of laughs!

[@issacojeda5056]

So excited for this film

[@joshoshea3194]

Jake Gyllenhaal's one of my all time favourite actor's. The movies that he's decided to make over his career are nine times out of ten fantastic. But I always feel that when he's been interviewed he's still acting? Like a watered down Tom Cruise impersonation.

[@lullaby508]

He knows that people don't want to know the real him. He is an actor and isn't looking to be a personality actor. It's safer that way

[@strikefirst3404]

The movie's narrative is average, but the role of the character that Jake plays was awesome, a calm and peaceful guy, but if you mess with him, Goodbye

[@kimwestwood8840]

I love it when Jimmy is having this much fun with a guest. Jake seems like a real nice guy, not like so many entitled brats in movies these days. Cannot wait to see Road House. My favorite Swayze movie , and Sam Elliot? Come on. Slice of heaven .

[@drumbum3.142]

Enemy is a MASSIVELY Underrated Stellar Suspense/Thriller; behind Blade Runner 2049 and maybe possibly Arrival - Denis at his thus far Best. A *BEAST* of a Jump Scare though at films end, so if going into the film cold turkey -- Buckle Up. Okja, likewise; is an Incredible Amazing film. Thus far one of Jakes Two Best Performances/Films to date. Bottled Ecclectic Lightning at some of it's Finest. 🎨 (24/7)

[@MannyKangmangRai]

This movie deserve to be on Theater

[@user-gs4nw8pt6y]

A hard worker who takes on various roles. he's a very nice actor. I want him to come to japan. Big fan.💗💖💖

[@texas8887]

Love is in the beard...😍

[@TRADITIONALwife84]

He’s so humble ❤❤❤❤ love Jake Gyllenhaal

[@WanderlustGoGo]

I am in love with Jake since Donnie Darko times ❤

[@TheRealRaginCajun]

The first movie i saw Jake in was Bubble boy. Time flys

[@themmafocus]

06:58 Jake on Conor McGregor "clocking" him in the face

[@Skeware]

I've seen some very negative reviews on IMDB for this movie. I don't know why people are complaining and giving it such low rates. I liked the movie very much!! The only thing I didn't like that much was Connor McGregor himself, but I may be biased because I've never liked him much, but I don't really know him so I wish him the best, if he continues on movies I hope he improves his acting. Jake Gyllenhaal is awesome, I'm a fan. Also, nice touch on Portuguese actors, Joaquim de Almeida playing the sheriff and Daniela Melchior as his daughter ❤.

[@TANCEUS]

just so awesome actor ...

[@HowardVega]

The first thing I thought when I saw McGregor was in the trailer was of Grace Jones in Conan the Barbarian. Supposedly the stuntmen in that movie complained that she was making the fighting too realistic by landing real blows.

[@ivana13088]

Ragnar had his god Odin, I have you Jake. You are my god!🤍

[@Bastobff]

Road house ❤❤❤😊 i want PART2

[@MzFightNEbony]

5:12 😅

[@techblizmax9660]

Sipping coffee like you're on a late night show...

[@stianaslaksen5799]

Since Donnie Darko Jake has been one of my fav actors. Always smart about things.

[@Shakazamm]

Love Jake and all the stuff he has done. This Road House was incredible and yes Jake got freakin ripped for the part and played it so well

[@Kristine_202]

My poor wallet. LOL Jake back on Broadway is dangerous. I'm sure tix to "Othello" are going to be crazy expensive, and I know I'm going to want to go multiple times. The people putting on this production are going to end up getting a lot of my money. 🤣

[@getajob3435]

Roadhouse remake has Jake original had Patrick Swayze and they both were together in Donnie Darko .. just randomly thinking about this crazy coincidence

[@debbyfronke3227]

ps...patrick swayze is looking down saying yeah...jakes a good pick-and smiling!

[@johaniffsofiz]

Cant wait for Roadhouse...Im taking it as an ode to Patrick

[@jaclenelink6130]

Just watched Road House and it was AWESOME 😊

[@TheGatlinburgHussey]

Hellooo from Gatlinburg TN Smoky Mountains Park 🌄🏞️💪💪💪

[@jadedjhypsi]

This would be the first time I would actually want to go to Broadway for a show.... =) and I love the theater, just not a big fan of crowds like NYC

[@pranavdhokre8980]

My favourite actor in Hollywood ❤. Jake is a legend!!

[@apnahind]

Those fight scenes from the movie climax even look so fooking real😮😮i was wondering how the fook they shot that scenes?

[@bkdoll18]

❤❤❤awesome movie loved it. Patrick would be proud!!!

[@jannettemorris7540]

Roadhouse is like fast and furious silly and awesome ❤😂

[@robynwolf3803]

I’ve watched every single movie that Jake has been in over 10x’s. I love u Jake ❤❤❤yr my favorite actor ever! 🎉🎉

[@emmalavinia9962]

Just wish it was in cinemas!😢😢😢