Jake Gyllenhaal Admits Getting Ripped for Road House Sequel Is ‘Terrifying’

Once more, Jake Gyllenhaal is back at the gym. Known for his role in “Nightcrawler,” he’s preparing to step into the same shoes again for the sequel of “Road House,” a hit for Amazon in 2024. The actor shares his experiences and apprehensions about meeting the fitness benchmarks for another movie, as well as tackling the challenges he faced a few years ago. Fortunately, Stephen Colbert’s amusing pitch for the film has given Gyllenhaal a good reason to laugh and made his grueling workout routine worthwhile.

Recently, Gyllenhaal appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” and during their chat, they talked about his role in the Broadway revival of “Othello” alongside Denzel Washington. The topic then shifted to the announcement of a “Road House” sequel, with Gyllenhaal set to reprise his role as Dalton. To do so, he would need to get back into top physical shape again, which he finds daunting. When Colbert inquired about this, Gyllenhaal confessed that while he managed an incredible physique for the original film, returning to that level is terrifying.

It’s terrifying… It’s terrifying.

Colbert also shared with the actor that he had tried out for the original 1989 “Road House,” which was later starred by Patrick Swayze. Though time has passed and he feels he might not be able to build a body like Gyllenhaal’s, he still thinks his sharp intellect could work well for him in the upcoming “Road House” movie’s new character.

I don’t believe I can achieve the physical condition required for that job, but could I instead work as the accountant at the roadhouse? And you know those spindles where receipts are kept? I use them more like a martial artist, with swift movements and an air of mystery. People sometimes call me ‘Green Eye’, or the Green-Eyed Monster, due to my keen observational skills.

This version attempts to preserve the original’s informal tone while making it easier for readers to follow along. It still conveys the speaker’s sense of humor and unique perspective on their role in the roadhouse.

Previously from The Daily Show, the comedian undeniably joked, yet came up with an inventive concept on the fly. Jake Gyllenhaal found it incredibly amusing, and while I’m not certain if this character idea will make it to the movie, the Academy Award nominee can hold onto it as a potential comedy idea for future reference.

Regarding that topic, it’s intriguing to note that the actor from “Donnie Darko” possesses an unexpectedly witty disposition, and his interactions with Colbert have always been captivating whenever he appears on the program. Consequently, I find myself eager to witness them collaborate on a more substantial project, moving beyond their humorous late-night segments. Here’s a link to the entire interview for your perusal: [Interview Link]

It’s likely that they’ll discuss a possible partnership more often, as Gyllenhaal won’t take much time before appearing on various talk shows again.

Actor from the movie “Zodiac” has several upcoming ventures on his schedule. Besides starring in “Road House 2”, he is featured in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s film titled “The Bride”. Additionally, he will appear in Guy Ritchie’s production “In The Grey”, which is slated for release later this year. Moreover, there are numerous other projects in the works that he is involved with, so we can expect to see a lot more of him soon.

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From this interview, it appears that he is focusing on achieving an impossible physique similar to the character in “Road House”. Therefore, we might get to see a fitter Jake Gyllenhaal on screen relatively soon.

The eagerly awaited sequel might not arrive on streaming platforms for some time. To keep yourself entertained during the wait, you could rewatch Jake Gyllenhaal’s performance in “Road House,” which is accessible via an Amazon Prime subscription. For those who are avid fans of his acting, they can catch him live on Broadway in “Othello” at the Barrymore Theatre until June 8, 2025.

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2025-03-29 21:07