Conor McGregor, the UFC superstar, is making waves in Hollywood with his impressive acting skills in the latest trailer for the upcoming “Road House” movie. The reimagining of the ’80s classic stars Jake Gyllenhaal as a UFC fighter-turned-bouncer, with McGregor perfectly embracing the role of the antagonist in his first major Hollywood gig.
Key Takeaway
Conor McGregor’s electrifying performance in the new ‘Road House’ trailer showcases his seamless transition from the UFC to Hollywood, setting the stage for an action-packed movie experience.
McGregor’s Intense Performance
In the trailer, McGregor, playing the character Knox, enters a bar and immediately raises chaos, smashing tables with a golf club and engaging in a brutal fight with Gyllenhaal’s character, Elwood Dalton. The teaser offers glimpses of multiple scenes involving McGregor, indicating that his role is more than just a quick cameo.
McGregor’s Enthusiasm
Conor McGregor expressed his excitement about his acting debut, sharing the snippet on social media and stating, “Fighting, acting, there’s nothing this Mac can’t do! Here’s the trailer featuring my brother, Jake Gyllenhaal, and me going toe-to-toe in the wildest action movie ever – Road House!” He added, “My acting debut is gonna leave a mark! Long live Knox!”
Director’s Boycott and Release Details
However, the project is currently embroiled in controversy, as director Doug Liman announced his boycott of its showing at the SXSW festival due to the decision to release the movie on Prime Video instead of in theaters. Despite the drama, “Road House” is set to premiere on Prime Video in March, promising an action-packed experience for both fight fans and movie buffs.
