Wed May 28 2008 15:00:00

MTV Press Release

New York, NY — BMX legend Mat Hoffman and Jackass's Johnny Knoxville bring you a fittingly over-the-top tribute to an American icon when JACKASS PRESENTS: MAT HOFFMAN'S TRIBUTE TO EVEL KNIEVEL arrives on DVD May 27, 2008 from MTV Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment. This outrageous and uncensored tribute features MotoX superstar Travis Pastrana, Trigger Gumm and some of the biggest names in extreme sports attempting record-breaking stunts that will blow your mind. In addition, the DVD includes over an hour of bonus features like an extended look at Johnny Knoxville's painful hospital visit, thoughts on Evel Knievel's legacy, a hilarious behind-the-scenes featurette, as well as a thorough look back at Mat Hoffman's trailblazing career. This DVD is a sensational tribute to Evel Knievel, the man whose stunts inspired a new generation of daredevils and jackasses alike.

Synopsis:
Working in conjunction with BMX legend Mat Hoffman and some of the best stunt riders in the world, Johnny Knoxville hosts a super stunt spectacular in homage to the late, great Evel Knievel. A few of the guys that step up and risk life and limb in the spirit of the world-famous daredevil include Travis Pastrana, Scott Palmer, Allan Cooke, Davin "Psycho" Halford, Trigger Gumm and "Harley" Jeff Schneider, all of whom attempt a number of ridiculous stunts worthy of making television history.

JACKASS PRESENTS: MAT HOFFMAN'S TRIBUTE TO EVEL KNIEVEL has a suggested retail price of $24.99.

DVD SPECIAL FEATURES:
— Thoughts on Evel Knievel
— Behind-The-Scenes
— Travis Pastrana Pit Session
— Knoxville's Hospital Visit
— Tattoo Montage
— Mat Hoffman's Career Retrospective
— Photo Gallery
— Music Videos and more!

DVD Release Date: 5/27/08
Rated: Not Rated (PG in Canada — Not recommended for young children)
Running Time: 47 minutes (with over an hour of bonus content)
Format: Widescreen
Price: $24.99

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