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'Patrick Swayze's rolling in his grave': OG 'Road House' fans up in arms over Prime Video's 'terrible' remake

'Road House', starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor, had its OTT premiere on March 21, 2024

FLORIDA KEYS, FLORIDA: Prime Video has recently released a reimagined version of the 1989 cult classic 'Road House', which has garnered mixed reactions from viewers.

Despite no prior demand for this remake, the film is now sparking discussions due to its polarizing reception.

Titled the same as its predecessor, the 2024 adaptation stars Jake Gyllenhaal stepping into the role of Elwood Dalton, previously played by Patrick Swayze.

Additionally, the movie marks the acting debut of former MMA fighter Conor McGregor.

Fans express disappointment over the reimagined version of Patrick Swayze's 'Road House'

Fans of the original film have harshly criticized Doug Liman's direction in their social media posts.

One fan went as far as labeling the film 'Terrible,' while another expressed dissatisfaction by tweeting, "Everyone who was involved in the creation of Road House remake should be ashamed, unless they are legit retarded, which I suspect so. GM"

"Patrick Swayze is rolling in his grave," wrote another unhappy fan. 

'Road House' gets its fair share of love from the audience

Despite receiving negative comments from some fans and critics, 'Road House' is gaining appreciation from audiences who enjoy action-packed entertainment without being burdened by nostalgia.

A person took to the micro-blogging site, X, and called 'Road House' a 'great watch'. He added, "I was pleasantly surprised by this movie!" "Just finished it. The fight scenes are so good man," added someone else.

Viewers are enjoying the polished action sequences in the film, making it a worthwhile watch.

Echoing this sentiment, one person remarked, "Just saw Road House... perhaps the best combat i've ever seen in a movie... Conor did great... Jake is fun as always... loved the supporting cast as well. just a fun time overall. don't have much attachment to the original but the fight scenes alone make this movie for me."

Undoubtedly, Conor McGregor steals the show in his acting debut as Knox, a ruthless antagonist. There is now a growing demand from fans for a sequel or spin-off centered around Knox's character.

A fan tweeted, "Knox deserves its own film, what a character I bet no one could play it as perfect as @TheNotoriousMMA." "We need to see a Knox spin-off movie asap!!" supported another fan.

What is the plot of Prime Video's 'Road House' (2024)?

'Road House' follows Elwood Dalton, a former UFC fighter struggling through a difficult and impoverished existence.

His life takes a turn when businesswoman Frankie offers him a contract job as a bouncer to maintain order and handle unruly troublemakers.

Initially hesitant, Dalton eventually accepts the position at a roadhouse in Glass Key. There, he discovers that the violence is rooted in a deeper and more dangerous motive.

The official synopsis reads, "In this adrenaline-fueled reimagining of the 80s cult classic, ex-UFC fighter Dalton (Jake Gyllenhaal) takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems."

'Road House' is now streaming on Prime Video