The 1989 cult classic “Road House” is getting a remake after 35 years. Directed by Doug Liman and starring Jake Gyllenhaal as Dalton, with Conor McGregor in a key role, the film is set to release in spring 2024. While it may not capture the same charm as the original, the combination of Liman’s direction and Gyllenhaal’s lead could make it a hit. Here is what we know about Road House: Release Date, cast and more.
Road House: Release Date
The final date of release for Road House is March 21, 2024. The film will be remade 35 years after the first one opened in theatres and 18 years after the disastrous Road House 2 direct-to-DVD follow-up.
The film will make its international premiere in Austin, Texas, in 2024 during SXSW.
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The Cast And Crew
In the Road House remake, Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Elwood Dalton, a former UFC fighter working at a roadhouse in the Florida Keys. Alongside him, Daniela Melchior portrays Ellie, his love interest, while Billy Magnussen takes on the role of the villain, Brandt. The star-studded cast also features Conor McGregor in his acting debut, along with Jessica Williams, Joaquim de Almeida, Darren Barnett, and others.
Road House: Plot
The official synopsis for the Road House remake reads:
In this adrenaline-fueled reimagining of the 80s cult classic, ex-UFC fighter Dalton (Jake Gyllenhaal) takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems.In the Road House remake, Gyllenhaal will play the role of Elwood Dalton, a former UFC fighter who takes a job as a bouncer at a rowdy bar in the Florida Keys. Dalton soon discovers that only some things are what they seem in this tropical paradise.
Road House: Trailer
The first official trailer for Road House was released on January 25, 2024. Full of muscles, barfights, UFC fights, and plenty of Gyllenhaal hurting people, the first look at the film promises to deliver what fans have long hoped for.
The Director
The Road House remake will be helmed by director Doug Liman, known for his work on “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” and “Edge of Tomorrow.” The screenplay was crafted by Anthony Bagarozzi and Chuck Mondry, based on a story treatment they developed alongside original screenwriter David Lee Henry. Joel Silver, the producer of the original film, also produced the remake. Henry Braham and Doc Crotzer served as the cinematographer and editor, respectively.
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