After a 2020 where many of us haven’t seen the inside of a movie theater, it’s amazing to see that The historic G.I. Joe franchise returns. For those who don’t know, the origin story of Snake Eyes, aka everyone’s favorite ninja from the G.I. Joe series (who will be portrayed by recent fav Henry Golding, star of Crazy Rich Asians and Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen) is set to hit the silver screen, potentially making it hot at the box office this summer. Paramount Pictures’ Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins will debut in theaters, Dolby Cinema, and IMAX on July 23, 2021, and the trailer dropped during the MTV Movie & TV Awards earlier tonight.
This G.I. Joe spin-off has everything: big guns, flipping cars, a warrior being taught the ways of a clan, and ultimately, the journey to Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow bringing the ruckus. Set to thunderous percussion and ASAP Ferg proclamations, this feels like a moment. Golding and company definitely appear to be bringing it, but we’ll have to wait until July 23 to hit theaters and experience this one for ourselves.
Check out the Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins teaser trailer up above, then check out the official synopsis (and some photos) below!
Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins stars Henry Golding as Snake Eyes, a tenacious loner who is welcomed into an ancient Japanese clan called the Arashikage after saving the life of their heir apparent. Upon arrival in Japan, the Arashikage teach Snake Eyes the ways of the ninja warrior while also providing something he’s been longing for: a home. But, when secrets from his past are revealed, Snake Eyes’ honor and allegiance will be tested – even if that means losing the trust of those closest to him. Based on the iconic G.I. Joe character, Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins also stars Andrew Koji as Storm Shadow, Úrsula Corberó as The Baroness, Samara Weaving as Scarlett, Haruka Abe as Akiko, Tahehiro Hira as Kenta and Iko Uwais as Hard Master.
