Conor McGregor Reveals Fight Scenes with Jake Gyllenhaal in Road House Were “Very Much Real”

In a recent interview, MMA fighter Conor McGregor shared insights into his experience filming the upcoming action movie Road House. The 35-year-old athlete turned actor revealed that the fight scenes he shot with co-star Jake Gyllenhaal were far from staged, describing the action as “very, very real.”

The Reality Behind the Fight Scenes

During the New York City premiere of the film, McGregor spoke candidly about the authenticity of the physical combat scenes, admitting that despite the presence of stunt doubles, both he and Gyllenhaal ended up landing real punches during their on-screen brawls. “I gave him a wallop, he gave me one back,” McGregor told PEOPLE, emphasizing the intensity of the scenes. He also noted that the stu

ntmen involved in the production took some significant hits as well.

Road House is a remake of the 1989 classic film, which originally starred Patrick Swayze. In this new version, Gyllenhaal plays Dalton, a former UFC fighter who becomes a bouncer at a roadhouse in the Florida Keys. McGregor takes on the role of Dalton’s antagonist, bringing his real-life fighting experience into the movie.

Perspectives on the Intense Filming

Gyllenhaal echoed McGregor’s sentiments during his appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, recounting how McGregor “clocked” him in the face during one of their takes. The actor praised McGregor for his guidance on making the fight scenes look more realistic, despite the occasional real hits. In a humorous twist, Gyllenhaal joked that he got his revenge by accidentally slamming McGregor’s face with a car door.

McGregor, who appreciated the authenticity brought to the film, expressed his excitement about the project, stating that Road House stands out because “the shots are so real like that because they were real.” The film also stars Jessica Williams, Post Malone, Daniela Melchior, Lukas Gage, Billy Magnussen, and Darren Barnet, making it a highly anticipated release.

As McGregor transitions into acting, his debut in Road House promises to bring the same intensity and realism that has defined his career in the ring.