Jake Gyllenhaal has expressed interest in reprising his role for a potential Road House sequel. The actor, inspired by the original 1989 movie, brought back the character of Dalton as a UFC fighter turned local bouncer. Joining Gyllenhaal in the cast are Daniela Melchior, Billy Magnussen, and UFC Champion Conor McGregor. The movie was released on Prime Video on March 21.
Initial reviews for Road House were mixed, but Gyllenhaal remains enthusiastic about the franchise's future. In an interview with Collider, he shared his love for the character of Dalton and his enjoyment of the physical training required for the role.
Gyllenhaal expressed his eagerness to revisit the character, citing his affection for Dalton's humor and the potential for further character development. He highlighted a particular scene from the script that captured the essence of Dalton and hinted at the unexplored aspects of the character that he finds intriguing.
Road House is a remake of the original 1989 film, which followed Dalton, a Ph.D. educated bouncer working at a rough bar called the Double Deuce. In this updated version, Gyllenhaal portrays Dalton as a retired UFC fighter, with the bar now located in the Florida Keys.
