Danny McBride Confirms His Upcoming G.I. Joe Movie Is Dead Serious and Targeting a 2027 Shoot
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Danny McBride revealed on a recent podcast that his upcoming G.I. Joe movie for Paramount has a completed script and aims to film in 2027, emphasizing that the project is a serious action film rather than a comedy.
For anyone who only associates Danny McBride with chaotic comedy and over-the-top laughs, his next big project might come as a major surprise. During a recent appearance on the Happy, Sad, Confused podcast, McBride shared major updates on his upcoming G.I. Joe feature film, confirming that the script is already finished at Paramount and that production is eyeing a 2027 start date. Most importantly, McBride made it clear that despite his comedic background, this movie is entirely straightforward and not a comedy at all.
While details about the plot remain under wraps, the pivot toward a serious tone is an interesting direction for a franchise that has often struggled to find its footing on the big screen. For modern audiences who know these Hasbro properties through a mix of nostalgic media, action figures, and various digital crossovers, a grounded approach could be just what the tactical squad needs. Fans of cross-media adaptations are always watching to see how iconic toy lines translate into live-action cinema, especially when creators step outside their usual comfort zones.
As we wait for casting news and official concept art to drop ahead of that 2027 production window, it will be fascinating to see how McBride handles the military sci-fi elements of the property. You can read the full breakdown of his comments over at IGN South Africa, and let us know in the community chats if you are ready for a gritty take on the classic action heroes.
Tags: GI Joe, Danny McBride, Movies, Paramount, Entertainment
Original article: IGN South Africa