New 'G.I. Joe' Movie At Paramount To Be Directed By Danny McBride
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β’Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:46:31 +0000
π° What Happened
Danny McBride has been tapped to make his directorial debut on a new G.I. Joe feature film at Paramount, after previously being attached to write the script. The film will be based on the classic Hasbro toy franchise and is considered a high priority for the studio.
π The Backstory
The G.I. Joe toy line launched in the 1960s as a soldier action figure and received a major boost in the 1980s with a popular animated series. Paramount has produced three previous G.I. Joe films: 'The Rise of Cobra' (2009) starring Channing Tatum, 'Retaliation' (2013) starring Dwayne Johnson and Bruce Willis, and a 2021 'Snake Eyes' spinoff starring Henry Golding. McBride is known for creating and starring in HBO's 'The Righteous Gemstones,' following earlier successes with 'Eastbound & Down' and 'Vice Principals.' His film credits include 'Pineapple Express,' 'Tropic Thunder,' and 'Alien: Covenant.' He also recently published his debut book, 'Thrilling Tales of Modern Men.' Plot details for the new film are being kept under wraps, but it will introduce the commando strike force featuring iconic characters like Duke, Roadblock, and Snake Eyes.
π― Why It Matters
Danny McBride's directorial debut on a major franchise film represents a notable shift from his comedic TV work to tentpole filmmaking. His involvement suggests the G.I. Joe franchise may take a different tonal approach than previous installments, potentially blending his signature humor with action spectacle.
Danny McBride has been tapped to make his directorial debut on a new G.I. Joe feature film at Paramount, after previously being attached to write the script. The film will be based on the classic Hasbro toy franchise and is considered a high priority for the studio.
The G.I. Joe toy line launched in the 1960s as a soldier action figure and received a major boost in the 1980s with a popular animated series. Paramount has produced three previous G.I. Joe films: 'The Rise of Cobra' (2009) starring Channing Tatum, 'Retaliation' (2013) starring Dwayne Johnson and Bruce Willis, and a 2021 'Snake Eyes' spinoff starring Henry Golding. McBride is known for creating and starring in HBO's 'The Righteous Gemstones,' following earlier successes with 'Eastbound & Down' and 'Vice Principals.' His film credits include 'Pineapple Express,' 'Tropic Thunder,' and 'Alien: Covenant.' He also recently published his debut book, 'Thrilling Tales of Modern Men.' Plot details for the new film are being kept under wraps, but it will introduce the commando strike force featuring iconic characters like Duke, Roadblock, and Snake Eyes.
Danny McBride's directorial debut on a major franchise film represents a notable shift from his comedic TV work to tentpole filmmaking. His involvement suggests the G.I. Joe franchise may take a different tonal approach than previous installments, potentially blending his signature humor with action spectacle.