G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009), directed by Stephen Sommers, is an action-packed sci-fi film based on the popular toy franchise. It follows G.I. Joe, a covert military team, as they battle the evil Cobra organization, led by the villainous James McCullen, who seeks world domination. The story features elite soldiers like Duke (Channing Tatum), Ripcord (Marlon Wayans), and Scarlett (Rachel Nichols), who join forces to stop Cobra’s high-tech weapons from causing chaos. While the film received mixed reviews, its thrilling action and futuristic visuals resonated with fans, paving the way for sequels.
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
Movie: | G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra |
Genre: | Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi |
Language: | English |
Director: | Stephen Sommers |
Main Cast: | Channing Tatum |
Release Date: | August 7, 2009 |
Banner: | Di Bonaventura Pictures, Hasbro, Spyglass Entertainment |
Music: | Alan Silvestri |
Budget: | $175 million |
Runtime: | 118 minutes |
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009) Movie Review
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009) is an action-packed sci-fi adventure directed by Stephen Sommers, based on the Hasbro toy franchise. The film follows the elite military force G.I. Joe as they battle the evil Cobra organization over stolen warhead technology. While filled with explosive action and impressive special effects, the movie often prioritizes set pieces over a strong narrative. The characters are underdeveloped, but its fast-paced, over-the-top style makes it an entertaining popcorn flick for action fans, though it may not appeal to those seeking deeper storytelling.