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G.I. Joe Returns: McBride Directs Cooper in 2028
6 Nov
Summary
- Bradley Cooper will star as Duke in a G.I. Joe reimagining.
- Danny McBride is set to direct the new G.I. Joe film.
- The G.I. Joe movie is slated for an October 20, 2028 release.

Paramount Pictures has announced that a new "G.I. Joe" film, directed by Danny McBride, is scheduled for release on October 20, 2028. McBride has also written the screenplay for this reimagining of the franchise, which originated from the Hasbro toy line. Bradley Cooper is attached to star as Duke, one of the G.I. Joe team's most recognizable characters.
This upcoming movie is part of a broader slate of releases from Paramount. Additionally, the next installment in the "Paranormal Activity" franchise is now slated to debut on October 22, 2027, moved from its original summer date. This found-footage horror series has achieved significant global success since its inception.
The "G.I. Joe" film is produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Mark Vahradian, and Zev Foreman for Hasbro Entertainment. The "Paranormal Activity" film will star Chase Yi, Sonia Mena, and Maya Da Costa, with Oren Peli, James Wan, and Jason Blum among the producers.