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Paramount Rejects Landis's G.I. Joe Script, Seeks New Writers

3/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Paramount Pictures has rejected Max Landis's script for a new G.I. Joe film due to creative differences.
Landis's pitch envisioned Cobra taking over the world and relegating G.I. Joe to a conspiracy theory.
Paramount is seeking new writers, with Danny McBride reportedly in the mix.
Max Landis faced serious misconduct allegations and expressed gratitude for the opportunity while acknowledging the challenges of intellectual property development.

History

Historical Context

Launched in 1982, Hasbro's G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero revitalized the action figure market and inspired a successful Marvel Comics series that ran for 155 issues. This franchise has since expanded into films, generating billions in revenue. Recent creative tensions, highlighted by Max Landis's script rejection, reflect ongoing challenges in balancing the legacy of G.I. Joe with modern storytelling demands.

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Story summary

Paramount Pictures has rejected Max Landis's script for a new G.I. Joe film due to creative differences.
Landis's pitch envisioned Cobra taking over the world and relegating G.I. Joe to a conspiracy theory.
Paramount is seeking new writers, with Danny McBride reportedly in the mix.
Max Landis faced serious misconduct allegations and expressed gratitude for the opportunity while acknowledging the challenges of intellectual property development.

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