Danny McBride's G.I. Joe Movie Casts Bradley Cooper as Duke

In the upcoming G.I. Joe movie, Bradley Cooper will take on the role of Duke, the leader of the titular group. Danny McBride, the film's director, has been working on the project for some time and appears to be gaining momentum. Cooper's involvement was initially met with skepticism due to his commitments to the Ocean's 11 prequel in Europe, but he eventually signed on after falling in love with the script.

As of now, the shooting schedule remains unclear, but it is expected to commence sometime in the near future, likely not before the summer of 2027. The film is set to take place in Springfield, a town secretly inhabited by members of the villainous organization Cobra. McBride, known for his work in suspenseful action films rather than comedic ones, co-wrote the movie with Jeff Fradley and John Carcieri.

Cooper, who has been showcasing his versatility with Oscar-nominated roles like A Star Is Born, adds significant star power to the project. Despite previous failed attempts at G.I. Joe films that received critical backlash, this new installment seems to have garnered considerable prestige.