VIDEO Late Knights Race with Johnny Knoxville (Late Night with Jimmy Fallon)

Late Knights Race with Johnny Knoxville (Late Night with Jimmy Fallon) In this hilarious segment from "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon," Johnny Knoxville and Jimmy Fallon don medieval armor and compete in a comical race designed to entertain the audience with its absurd challenges. Their playful antics highlight the show's unique blend of humor and celebrity culture, as they navigate through a ridiculous course that is filled with obstacles meant to trip them up. The video encapsulates what made Jimmy Fallon's late-night show a standout during his time on the network. It provides a great example of light-hearted, comedic entertainment that both fans of the guests and casual viewers can enjoy. Although a transcript for this specific episode could not be retrieved, the antics alone provide plenty of laughs. This type of skit showcases the creative lengths that late-night shows go to keep their programming engaging. As we reflect on this gem from 2014, it's a testament to how such unique sketches can connect with audiences even years later. Thoughts? Did you watch this segment when it first aired? What are your favorite moments from Jimmy Fallon's late-night career? Let's hear your thoughts or share other memorable late-night segments!

Jimmy Fallon and guest Johnny Knoxville stand center stage fully decked out in heavy, clunky suits of medieval knight armor to introduce an obstacle course challenge called "Late Knights." Jimmy walks through the ridiculous set of rules—spinning dizzy five times around their swords, chugging a beer through their visors, vaulting over hay bales in the hallway, and grabbing plastic mannequin damsels before racing back to the studio finish line.
The race kicks off around 01:58 to fast, frantic chase music played live by The Roots. The physical comedy takes over immediately as both men get disoriented from spinning, clattering loudly against each other and doorframes as they wobble backstage. Watching them attempt to pour beer into their helmet visors at 02:28—mostly just drenching their chest plates—and crash hard over hay bales and scattered marbles is hilarious. By the time they drag their rescue mannequins back onto the main stage at 03:45, both helmets have popped off and they collapse onto the floor completely spent.
It's top-tier physical slapstick that works precisely because those armors are clearly real, heavy, and extremely difficult to move in. Knoxville is right at home taking a beating in costume, and the chaotic racket of metal slamming onto linoleum floors makes the whole short race thoroughly entertaining.