Danny McBride’s G.I. Joe Movie Lands a 2028 Release at Paramount
Paramount sets a release date
The next G.I. Joe movie is scheduled to arrive on Oct. 20, 2028. Paramount announced the date on Friday. Danny McBride will direct and co-write the film. Jeff Fradley and John Carcieri are his writing partners on the script.
Cooper takes on Duke
Bradley Cooper is set to star as Duke. The project is being described as a reimagining of the franchise. The announcement identifies Cooper’s role but gives no further details about the story.
A franchise seeks new footing
G.I. Joe has remained popular for decades as a toy brand and through cartoons from the 1980s. Its big-screen efforts, however, have not established the property there. McBride is known for shows including East Bound and Down and Righteous Gemstones, along with recent Halloween movies. The new film is intended to offer a different take on the franchise.
Key points
- Paramount set Oct. 20, 2028, as the movie’s release date.
- Danny McBride is directing and co-writing with Jeff Fradley and John Carcieri.
- Bradley Cooper will portray Duke in the franchise reimagining.