Marshall Teague, who starred in the original Road House alongside Patrick Swayze, recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming remake starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor. Speaking to TMZ, Teague expressed his hopes for the success of the new film but questioned whether it will have the lasting impact of the 1989 classic. He specifically pondered if the remake would stand the test of time, reflecting on whether it would maintain the same charm for 35 years.
Teague also remarked on the differences between the original and the remake, expressing a humorous take on the fighting sounds in the new trailer. He pointed out that in the 1989 Road House, the actors actually hit each other, whereas in the new film, the sounds of the hits are recorded. Despite the physicality on the set of the original movie, Teague fondly recalled working with Patrick Swayze, expressing his deep admiration for the late actor and the honor of having had the opportunity to work with him.
As for the new Road House remake, it stars Jake Gyllenhaal as an ex-UFC fighter turned bouncer, with Conor McGregor making his feature film debut as Gyllenhaal’s nemesis. The film, set in a rowdy bar in the Florida Keys, also features Daniela Melchior, Billy Magnussen, and Jessica Williams. Teague mentioned that he won’t be appearing in the remake, noting the rationale behind it and joking about the impracticality of his involvement given his character’s fate in the original.
The remake’s trailer has sparked interest in comparing it to the original, drawing attention to the differences and similarities between the two iterations of the beloved action film. Overall, Teague’s reflections offer insight into the legacy of the original Road House and the anticipation surrounding its modern iteration, as fans eagerly await the release of the remake in the coming months.
