Bradley Cooper to Star as Duke in 'G.I. Joe' Reboot From Danny McBride
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Bradley Cooper will star as field commander Duke in Paramount’s upcoming “G.I. Joe” movie, directed by Danny McBride, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
- The film aims to provide a fresh take on the iconic Hasbro toy line, with plot details and additional casting still under wraps.
- Paramount confirmed that “G.I. Joe” is no longer connected to the “Transformers” franchise, despite a crossover tease in “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.”
- This project marks Danny McBride’s first major directing role in a big-budget action film, while Cooper continues his busy career with directing and acting roles.
- Paramount is also developing several other major franchises, including sequels to “Days of Thunder” and “World War Z,” a new “Star Trek” project, and a “Call of Duty” movie.
