Newly restored versions of Jackass Seasons 1–3 are now streaming on Paramount+. These are the original MTV episodes rebuilt to match how they first aired in the early 2000s.
Over the years, many episodes had been re-edited, re-scored, and reshuffled for streaming and home-video releases, consequently dulling their sparkle. Well, we can’t have that. So the episodes were temporarily removed from Paramount+ while the original creative team worked on bringing them back to their original glory. Jackass is BACK, baby!
Johnny Knoxville says the episodes had become “unrecognizable” after years of edits and music changes. The restoration brings the series closer to the original MTV broadcasts, including the pacing, structure, and music choices longtime fans remember.
For fans who grew up with MTV-era Jackass, the restored seasons arrive at the right time: The latest Jackass movie, Jackass: Best and Last, opens in theatres on Friday, June 26, 2026.Keep reading to learn more about Jackass Seasons 1-3, what happened to them, how they were restored, and how to watch them all.
Key facts about the restored episodes
- Streaming: Paramount+
- Availability: Now streaming
- Seasons included: Seasons 1–3
- Format: Restored original versions
- Original network: MTV
- Restoration supervised by: Original creative team
Where to stream the restored episodes
The restored Jackass episodes stream exclusively on Paramount+ with either a Paramount+ Essential or Paramount+ Premium subscription. Visit the Paramount+ Help Center for more information on plans and pricing.
What was restored?
Over the years, many Jackass episodes changed shape. Segments were reordered. Music cues changed. Some episodes were edited differently from the original MTV broadcasts.
Enter the original MTV Jackass editing team, who took on the task of restoring the episodes. The project aimed to preserve the original creative vision behind the series.
“In the time since the release of Jackass 26 years ago, the television episodes had been re-edited, re-sequenced, and re-scored to the point they were unrecognizable. I found this out the hard way last year when attempting to watch them. Eeek!” Johnny Knoxville said. “But kudos to Paramount for giving us the $$ to restore the shows to how they initially aired in the first place. We can’t wait until you see all the terrible things we did to each other way back then and in the manner we intended!”
Why the original Jackass still matters
Jackass changed the direction of reality TV, mixing hidden-camera pranks, stunt videos, and DIY filmmaking years before online creators built entire careers around that style.
More than 25 years later, the franchise still connects with audiences because, well, pain and second-hand embarrassment for laughs are timeless. The restored versions preserve a specific era of MTV, as the series moved fast and treated chaos like a shared joke between the cast and the audience. Nostalgia for the win!
How the restoration connects to Jackass: Best and Last
The restored Jackass episodes return to Paramount+ in advance of the theatrical release of Jackass: Best and Last, out on Friday, June 26, 2026. In a way, the episodes are like a warm-up act for the new film. If you need even more chaos before you head to the theatre, there are five Jackass movies streaming now on Paramount+.
FAQ
Are the restored episodes different from the old streaming versions?
Yes. Earlier streaming versions of Jackass included re-editing, re-sequencing, and different music in some episodes. The restored versions are designed to match the original MTV broadcasts more closely.
Why were the episodes removed?
The Jackass episodes were temporarily removed from Paramount+ so that the original creative team could manage the restoration process.
Are all original episodes now streaming?
Yes. All original episodes of Jackass Seasons 1–3 are now streaming on Paramount+.
Stream the original chaos on Paramount+
Watching the restored versions of Jackass Seasons 1–3 is like hopping into a time machine and blasting back to the early 2000s (without a seatbelt). They offer the closest experience yet to watching the original MTV broadcasts. But remember – it remains now as it was then: Please don’t try any of the stunts at home.All three restored seasons are streaming now on Paramount+. For longtime fans, it’s a chance to revisit one of MTV’s defining shows in its original form. For newer viewers, it’s a great way to understand why Jackass became such a major part of early-2000s entertainment history.
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