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News related to the cinematic incarnations of G.I. joe.

Hasbro reveals initial Retaliation figure and vehicle offerings!

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G.I. Joe: Retaliation

Hasbro is taking the pre-Toy Fair initiative and has launched a page revealing many of the initial figure and vehicle offerings for the forthcoming film G.I. Joe: Retaliation!

It’s a pretty diverse list that’s filled with a lot of repaints of both classic and recent vehicles.  However, it’s not just a “reused and repainted slate”– the infamous HISS Scout which only arrived in Canada has been retooled as a Joe vehicle and the recent POC/30th HISS has been given an upgrade as well.  Plus, there’s new figures galore!  Even better– Hasbro is promising 14 more reveals coming soon!

There’s even a Kim Arashikage SDCC figure coming this year!

Check it all out at Hasbro’s G.I. Joe: Retaliation page!

GIJoe: Retaliation Super Bowl spot is now online!

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Yes, it’s only 30 seconds– but it’s 30 seconds of AWESOME!

While it offers very little in terms of story details, it certainly works to increase audience anticipation.  In other words, it’s a solid film commercial!

Feast your eyes on the latest hints of what is to come below:

 

G.I. Joe Retaliation Super Bowl trailer to debut on iTunes TODAY!!

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G.I. Joe: Retaliation

G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra was a mixed bag for most fans.  It was one of those films that had some familiar elements but still seemed to miss the mark in terms of overall feel and story.  The sequel G.I. Joe: Retaliation seems to be having the opposite effect as fans and pundits alike can’t seem to stop talking about it in a VERY positive light– and the film hasn’t even hit yet!

Director Jon M. Chu posted a very exciting bit of news on his Twitter feed last night:

One last thing..u will b able to C the #GIJoeRETALIATION#SUPERBOWL commercial in its ENTIRETY TOMORROW on Apple Trailers #30secondsofheaven

That’s right, Joe fan– the super bowl trailer will drop on iTunes some time TODAY!!!   Like most Joe fans, those of us at JBL HQ are going to be keeping our eyes peeled for new footage from what is turning out to be one of the summer’s most anticipated films!

Retaliation trailer now on Xbox LIVE!

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Thanks to the new YouTube app on Xbox LIVE, Joe fans can watched the insanely slick trailer for G. I. Joe: Retaliation in their living rooms in glorious HD.

Yo Joe!

The G.I. Joe: Retaliation trailer is HERE!!!

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I have no words to describe the utter awesomeness contained within this trailer.  Seriously– the bad taste of “Rise of Cobra” has just been washed away… from one trailer alone.

Presented entirely without comment as I’m still digesting it but WOW!

 

G.I. Joe: Retaliation trailer to debut on Entertainment Tonight on Monday!

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G.I. Joe: Retaliation

The fans have spoken and apparently Paramount has answered!  (Or Paramount had a very clever way to get fans talking about the new forthcoming Retaliation trailer.)

Entertainment Tonight will debut the first trailer for G.I. Joe: Retaliation Monday tonight!  Check your local listings for station and time. 

Also check out the G.I. Joe: Retaliation  official Twitter feed and official Facebook page!

In the meantime, check out this teaser video for shots of The Rock as Roadblock, Ray Park as Snake Eyes, and Bruce Willis as Joe Colton. Yo JOE!!

G.I. Joe Retaliation trailer to hit Facebook in the US Monday evening?!

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G.I. Joe: Retaliation

The UK G.I. Joe movie Facebook page dropped an interesting piece of information this morning:

The trailer for GI Joe: Retaliation will launch EXCLUSIVELY on our page at 12:30am Tuesday

Now… let’s do the math.  IF we’re talking 12:30am on Tuesday morning London time, that puts it being viewable on the page at 7:30pm EST on Monday December 12th.  (6:30pm CST if you’re in the Midwest like I am.)   Granted, debuting a trailer at “midnight-thirty” local time seems an odd time to debut but that could be scheduled with international audiences in mind.

Either way, I’ll be hitting Facebook diligently on Monday night!

Want to see the G.I. Joe Retaliation trailer released? Here’s one way that might help!

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G.I. Joe: Retaliation

There’s been a lot of buzz about the pending release of the first trailer for G.I. Joe: Retaliation — the game-changing sequel to Rise of Cobra.  Regardless of what you may have thought about the first film’s quality, this one certainly boasts a lot more star power including Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Bruce Willis!   Longtime friend of JBL Justin from GeneralsJoes.com posted some information that may help to influence Paramount to drop the trailer sooner rather than later.  I’m just going to quote Justin’s post below:

In expressing my enthusiasm to see a trailer for next year’s G.I. Joe: Retaliation film, I had an opportunity to Tweet back and forth with the film’s director Jon Chu, and he recommended that if we want to see the trailer for the film, we should Tweet @ParamountPics and let them know.

So how about it, Joe fans?  Can we get together and let Paramount know that we want to see this thing?

Those of you with Twitter accounts, hit up ParamountPics and let them know!  If you don’t have Twitter, sign up and let’s do this!

Yo Joe!

Seriously guys– Justin’s right on the money.  If Paramount thinks they’ve got an audience, they’ll drop the trailer sooner rather than making us wait for it.  So, follow Justin’s advice and get on Twitter!  Let the power-that-be know that you want to see that Joe trailer– hopefully before year’s end.

While you’re at it– give JBL a follow on Twitter as well at @JoeBattlelines

Rise of Cobra MARS Troopers — now $1 at HasbroToyShop.com!

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Looking for a Joe-based Cyber-Monday deal?  How about a Thanksgiving weekend deal on some troop builders?

Look no further than HasbroToyShop.com!

Launched as the “preview figures” for the film G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, this MARS trooper three pack has been lingering at e-tailers and retail shelves ever since.  The set includes two troopers and one officer as well as some RoC-themed weaponry.  It’s not the most dynamic set in the history of Joe but it has one thing going for it right now– this set is only $1.00!  That’s right– for $1.00 you’ll get three figures to use for generic troops or custom fodder!  Heck, you can even purchase multiples and toss a few in a local Toys For Tots donation box!

G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra MARS trooper 3-pack

So, what are you waiting for?  These figures aren’t going to get any cheaper!!

 

Captain America: First Avenger on DVD today!

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No, Captain America hasn’t been rolled into the G.I. Joe brand– but today is the release date for one of the best and most fun super hero movies I’ve seen in a good long while.  Captain America: First Avenger drops into stores today in both DVD and BLU-Ray versions.  If you’re looking for a good old-fashioned comic movie where the hero is an example to all, this is the film for you.

Plus, the figure line is practically in scale with the new Joes!  Who doesn’t want to see Cap leading a group of Steel Brigade troopers through a door to bust some Cobra heads?

Here’s the official press release:

 

MARVEL’S RENOWNED SUPER HERO LEADS THE CHARGE ON BLU-RAY™ & DVD ARMED WITH EXPLOSIVE
BONUS FEATURES

CAPTAIN AMERICA

THE FIRST AVENGER

Action-Packed Adventure Debuts October 25, 2011 in a 3-Disc Set Featuring

Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray and DVD, and in a 2-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo with Over an Hour of Exciting Bonus Material, Including an Exclusive Look into Marvel’s The Avengers

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (September 21, 2011) – Marvel Studios and
Paramount Pictures introduce the latest addition to the incomparable Marvel Super Hero team with CAPTAIN AMERICA: The First Avenger, ready for action on high definition Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray and DVD October 25, 2011.  Called “the best superhero movie ever” (Brian Erdy, CBS-TV), the thrill-packed adventure is a blockbuster hit with audiences worldwide, earning over $350 million at the Global Box Office.  When a terrifying force threatens everyone across the globe, the world’s greatest soldier wages war on the evil HYDRA organization, led by the villainous Red Skull.  Loaded with fantastic action, stunning visual effects and an awe-inspiring hero imbued with courage, humanity and an unbreakable spirit, CAPTAIN AMERICA: The First Avenger transports viewers into a world of daring exploits and excitement.  Starring Chris Evans in the title role, the film features an outstanding ensemble cast including Academy Award®-winner Tommy Lee Jones, Hugo Weaving as Marvel’s Ultimate Villain, Red Skull, Dominic Cooper, Neal McDonough, Derek Luke and Stanley Tucci.

The CAPTAIN AMERICA: The First Avenger three-disc set includes the film on
Blu-ray in high-definition 3D and in high definition 2D, as well as on standard definition DVD with a digital copy.  The two-disc Blu-ray/DVD combo pack includes a high definition presentation of the film, plus a standard definition presentation with a digital copy.  Both sets boast over an hour of behind-the-scenes bonus material including an original Marvel short film, an exclusive sneak peek into the ultimate Super Hero team, Marvel’s The Avengers, six featurettes that go behind-the-scenes of the filmmaking process, deleted scenes and much more.

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