Release: 2023-09-15
Runtime: 1h 43m (103 minutes)
Armed with every weapon they can get their hands on and the skills to use them, The Expendables are the world’s last line of defense and the team that gets called when all other options are off the table. But new team members with new styles and tactics are going to give “new blood” a whole new meaning.
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Genres: Adventure, Action, Thriller
Cast: Jason Statham, Megan Fox, Sylvester Stallone, more
Jason Statham
as Lee Christmas
Megan Fox
as Gina
Sylvester Stallone
as Barney Ross
Dolph Lundgren
as Gunner Jensen
Andy García
as Marsh
Iko Uwais
as Rahmat
Tony Jaa
as Decha
Jacob Scipio
as Galan
Levy Tran
as Lash
50 Cent
as Drew 'Easy Day' Farrell
Eddie Hall
as Bartender
Randy Couture
as Toll Road
Armed with every weapon they can get their hands on and the skills to use them, The Expendables are the world’s last line of defense and the team that gets called when all other options are off the table. But new team members with new styles and tactics are going to give “new blood” a whole new meaning.
They'll die when they're dead.
Expend4bles, also referred to as The Expendables 4, is a new American action-comedy film released on 22 September 2023 in the United States. Directed by Scott Waugh, the film is the fourth installment in The Expendables franchise. This latest installment stars a notable ensemble cast including Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, Megan Fox, and Dolph Lundgren, among others.
The film follows the Expendables team led by Barney Ross (played by Stallone) as they embark on a mission to stop a mercenary from stealing nuclear warheads. With the team facing various challenges, including the destruction of their vehicles and the apparent death of their leader, they must find a way to come together and thwart a plot that could plunge the world into chaos.
Released first in Mainland China on 15 September 2023 and then in the United States, Expend4bles has received predominantly negative reviews from critics. Despite some praise for Statham's action sequences, the film's script and visual effects have faced significant criticism. It has grossed around $51 million worldwide against a budget of $100 million, marking it as a box office disappointment.
At its core, Expend4bles features familiar themes of camaraderie and high-stakes action. However, many critiques have pointed out that the film lacks the charm and appeal of its predecessors. Critics have noted that the film often feels like a step back rather than an evolution of the franchise.
Among the cast, Jason Statham plays Lee Christmas, the team's knife expert and second-in-command, while Sylvester Stallone's role as Barney Ross is notably limited. The addition of new characters such as Agent Gina (played by Fox) and others has also been met with mixed reactions. Critics mention that the film struggles with character development, particularly for its new members.
The film's attempts at humor and action sequences have been noted for their inconsistency. Some reviewers pointed out that the jokes often fall flat, and the action scenes do not deliver the punch expected from a franchise known for its explosive content.
With a running time of 104 minutes, Expend4bles is an ambitious effort to revive a franchise that has had its ups and downs over the years. The film will be available for digital purchase on 13 October 2023, with physical copies set to hit shelves on 21 November 2023.
Overall, while Expend4bles aims to entertain fans with its action-packed sequences and familiar faces, it struggles to match the excitement and charm of earlier installments. Whether it will resonate with audiences remains to be seen.
