Ep 77. Johnny Knoxville

The Daily Show with Trevor Noah season 2018 episode 77 features the hilarious and daring Johnny Knoxville. Known for his stunts and pranks on the MTV show Jackass, Knoxville sits down with Trevor Noah to discuss his new film, Action Point, which is loosely based on his amusement park in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Noah starts the show off by highlighting Knoxville's most infamous stunts, including being shot out of a cannon and getting hit by a bull. He then asks Knoxville what inspired him to create his own amusement park after experiences working in various parks in his youth.

Knoxville explains that he wanted to create a place where people could have fun without all of the rules and regulations of mainstream amusement parks. He wanted to create something that was unconventional and wild, just like the stunts he is known for.

Noah then delves into the making of Action Point, asking Knoxville how involved he was in the creative process. Knoxville reveals that he was very involved, from co-writing the script to being on set every day. He even broke his hand during filming but continued to work through it, proving that he is as tough as he seems.

The conversation then turns to politics, as is common on The Daily Show. Knoxville reveals that he doesn't like to get involved in politics, saying that he "doesn't feel like it's his place." However, he does admit to being a fan of former first lady Michelle Obama and her efforts to combat childhood obesity.

Noah then shifts the conversation back to stunts, asking Knoxville what the craziest stunt he's ever done is. Knoxville reveals that it was when he was shot out of a cannon at the University of Tennessee during a halftime show. He explains that the cannon was supposed to shoot him straight across the field, but instead shot him straight up into the air. Despite the mishap, Knoxville continued to do stunts for the rest of the show.

The episode wraps up with Noah thanking Knoxville for being on the show and reminiscing about watching Jackass as a teenager. Knoxville promises to keep doing stunts and being himself, proving that he is still as wild and entertaining as ever.

Overall, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah season 2018 episode 77 is a must-watch for fans of Johnny Knoxville and those who enjoy hilarious and unconventional entertainment. Noah does an excellent job of showcasing Knoxville's personality and the stunts that have made him a household name. It's a fun and engaging episode that will leave viewers in stitches.