The Suicide Squad

Theatrical - Wide 2021-08-06

Cast Margot Robbie Idris Elba John Cena Joel Kinnaman Sylvester Stallone
Directed by James Gunn

Box Office Gross: $168,717,425

Running Time: 132 minutes

Language: English

Production Company: DC Films, Atlas Entertainment, The Safran Company, Warner Bros. Pictures

Genres: Action Adventure Comedy

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10/10

Synopsis

Supervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker and a collection of nutty cons at Belle Reve prison join the super-secret, super-shady Task Force X as they are dropped off at the remote, enemy-infused island of Corto Maltese.

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