"G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra" is a 2009 action film directed by Stephen Sommers. The movie is based on the G.I. Joe toy franchise and the comic book series. Here's a brief summary of the story:
The film revolves around an elite military unit known as G.I. Joe, which stands for Global Integrated Joint Operating Entity. The G.I. Joe team is tasked with combating the evil organization Cobra, led by the power-hungry Cobra Commander. The plot begins with a special advanced weapon called the nanomite warheads, which can destroy cities by disintegrating anything in their path.
The story unfolds as Duke (played by Channing Tatum) and Ripcord (played by Marlon Wayans) join the G.I. Joe team. Together, they work with other skilled operatives, including Scarlett (played by Rachel Nichols), Snake Eyes (played by Ray Park), and Heavy Duty (played by Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje), to prevent the nanomite warheads from falling into the hands of Cobra.
As the G.I. Joe team faces various challenges and engages in intense action sequences, they uncover a conspiracy that involves high-ranking officials and the mysterious organization known as M.A.R.S. Industries, headed by the ambitious arms dealer, James McCullen (played by Christopher Eccleston). The plot takes the team across the globe, from the Egyptian desert to the Arctic, as they race against time to stop Cobra's plans for world domination.
The movie explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the battle between good and evil. "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra" combines elements of military action, science fiction, and adventure as it brings the iconic characters and vehicles from the G.I. Joe franchise to the big screen.