The Hollywood Reporter brings word that The Raid‘s Iko Uwais is in talks for a role in Paramount’s upcoming Snake Eyes movie, a spin-off/reboot of the GI Joe franchise.
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Uwais will take on the role of Hard Master, teacher of the titular hero and previously played by Gerald Okamura in 2009’s G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. He joins a cast that includes Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians) who will be playing the titular Snake Eyes.and Andrew Koji (Cinemax’s Warrior) who will play Storm Shadow.
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Snake Eyes is the ninja commando known for his deadly ability with a sword and trench knives. However, he is also a highly skilled martial artist who can be just as dangerous unarmed. Snake-Eyes was living in solitude in the High Sierras when he was recruited to join G.I. Joe. His real name and backstory have long been sources of mystery. As a result of being caught in a helicopter explosion, he is heavily scarred and mute. To hide his face, he usually appears in a black balaclava and matching bodysuit.
The spinoff will be directed by Robert Schwentke (RED, R.I.P.D.) from a screenplay by Evan Spiliotopoulous (Bright 2, The Huntsman: Winter’s War), who is currently working on the script. Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Brian Goldner will produce.
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Snake Eyes is scheduled to debut in theaters on October 16, 2020.
