Jackass challenges the degree to which people will go for entertainment and bragging rights. Jackass full episodes feature a clan of fearless dudes performing incredibly foolish, dangerous, crude, and vulgar stunts and pranks that push the envelope of acceptable and safe behavior.

The inspiration for Jackass videos is said to have begun with Johnny Knoxville, a then struggling actor and writer, decided to test various self defense devices on himself and film it. This American television series got its start on MTV where it was aired from 2000 to 2002 with the creative and outrageous direction of Johnny Knoxville and Bam Margera, whose careers skyrocketed as a result of the show's popularity.

Extremely popular among teens and young adults, especially the men, Jackass videos continue to shock and amaze fans. Notable episodes include the gang BMX jousting, the human bowling stunt, Johnny Knoxville driving around a parking lot with a baby seat on top of the car, and Steve-o performing various grotesque stunts including swallowing a goldfish, snorting worms, and getting his butt cheeks pierced together.