‘Road House 2’ Expands Cast with Jay Hieron’s Return (EXCLUSIVE)
Amazon MGM Studios is expanding the cast of the action sequel Road House 2 with the addition of six prominent professional fighters. The announcement includes the return of Jay Hieron, a former world champion mixed martial artist, who will reprise his role as Jax “Jetway” Harris.
New Cast Members
- Rico Verhoeven
- Michael Chandler
- Michael “Venom” Page
- Dustin Poirier
- Stephen Thompson
- Tyron Woodley
These fighters bring a wealth of experience and recognition from the world of mixed martial arts. The film will feature Jake Gyllenhaal returning as Dalton, a bouncer with a background in UFC fighting.
Production Details
Filming will take place in various locations, including the U.K., Malta, and Savannah, Georgia. While specific plot details remain undisclosed, the sequel promises to be ambitious in scope and scale.
Background and Context
This sequel follows the 2024 reboot of the original Road House, which aired on Prime Video and attracted an impressive 80 million viewers within the first eight weeks. Conor McGregor, a former UFC champion, will be featured as a major antagonist, along with other notable names from the fighting community, such as UFC ring announcer Bruce Buffer and Dana White, UFC’s CEO.
Director and Producers
Ilya Naishuller is directing Road House 2, with a script penned by Will Beall. The film is produced by Atlas Entertainment’s Charles Roven and Alex Gartner, in partnership with Nine Stories Productions’ Jake Gyllenhaal and Josh McLaughlin, who are under a first-look film deal with Amazon MGM.
Fighter Backgrounds
The newly added fighters each have notable achievements:
- Rico Verhoeven: 13-time Glory heavyweight champion, known as “The King of Kickboxing.” He holds the heavyweight title and has won over 26 consecutive fights.
- Michael Chandler: An NCAA Division I All-American and three-time Bellator champion, recognized for his fight quality and accolades.
- Michael “Venom” Page: A former Bellator MMA fighter transitioning to UFC, known for his striking prowess.
- Dustin Poirier: A former UFC Interim Lightweight Champion with a decorated MMA career.
- Stephen Thompson: A mixed martial artist and former kickboxing champion competing in the UFC welterweight division.
- Tyron Woodley: A five-time UFC Welterweight Champion who has also ventured into acting and production.
Jay Hieron’s journey includes competing in the UFC and Bellator, along with appearances in various television and film productions, showcasing his versatility beyond the fighting arena.
With its impressive cast and production scope, Road House 2 is set to draw considerable attention from both action movie enthusiasts and MMA fans alike.
