THE EXPENDABLES 5

June 28, 2025

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💣 THE EXPENDABLES 5 (2025?): Is the Franchise Reloading or Retiring?

Since its explosive debut in 2010, The Expendables franchise has thrilled audiences with a heavy dose of nostalgia, gunfire, and testosterone—uniting the biggest names in action cinema from Sylvester Stallone to Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jason Statham to Jet Li. But after the critical and commercial underperformance of Expend4bles in 2023, fans are wondering: Will there be a fifth film—or has the mission finally ended?

🎬 A Brief History of a Bulletproof Franchise

The Expendables series was envisioned by Sylvester Stallone as a throwback to old-school action movies. Combining iconic stars from the ’80s, ’90s, and 2000s with over-the-top violence and camaraderie, the films became an homage to a bygone era of action filmmaking.

  • The Expendables (2010) – A surprise hit with $274M+ box office, built on gritty fights and practical stunts.

  • The Expendables 2 (2012) – Added Chuck Norris and Jean-Claude Van Damme; box office improved.

  • The Expendables 3 (2014) – Introduced younger recruits, but was panned for its PG-13 rating and lost momentum.

  • Expend4bles (2023) – A reboot attempt focusing on Jason Statham’s character Lee Christmas, but failed to revive the franchise and flopped at the global box office with only ~$51M grossed.

Despite the decline, the idea of The Expendables remains iconic—and potentially profitable, if done right.

THE EXPENDABLES 5 Trailer | Dwayne Johnson, Sylvester Stallone, Jackie Chan, J Statham | Lionsgate

🎯 The Status of The Expendables 5

✅ What We Know

As of June 2025:

  • There is no official confirmation of The Expendables 5 from Lionsgate or Millennium Media.

  • No filming, casting calls, or production schedules have been publicly released.

  • However, a speculative pitch for a fifth installment was mentioned on sites like FreshNews87, proposing a more emotional and character-driven farewell to the original team.

❗ Why a Sequel Is Still Possible

Despite the setbacks, Hollywood has a habit of reviving IPs when the market is right. Some reasons the fifth film could still happen:

  • Streaming potential: A lower-budget sequel or spin-off could land on Netflix, Prime, or Peacock.

  • Fan loyalty: The franchise still has a solid core fanbase and global recognition.

  • New blood: Adding actors like Keanu Reeves, Jackie Chan, or Dwayne Johnson could inject new energy into the series.

🧠 Fan Predictions: What Could The Expendables 5 Be?

If The Expendables 5 does happen, here are some of the most popular plot directions and casting ideas:

🔫 Plot Possibilities

  1. Final Mission for Barney Ross
    Sylvester Stallone’s character faces one last mission—possibly involving betrayal from within the team. A gritty, more grounded tone would send him off with dignity.

  2. Global Threat / Tech Warfare
    The team takes on a rogue artificial intelligence, cyber-terrorist, or shadow government group—modernizing the concept while keeping the action practical.

  3. Redemption Arc for a Villain
    A former Expendable gone rogue (played by someone like John Cena or Vin Diesel) forces the team to confront their past sins.

  4. New Generation, Old Ghosts
    Focus on Lee Christmas (Jason Statham) training a new team, while older members like Dolph Lundgren, Randy Couture, and Jet Li cameo as mentors.

🧍 Dream Additions to the Cast

  • Keanu Reeves – A cold, cerebral mercenary with a tragic past.

  • Jackie Chan – A martial arts tactician with global reach.

  • Michelle Yeoh – A strategist and pilot with deep ties to Ross’s past.

  • Henry Cavill – A younger leader with MI6 experience.

  • Donnie Yen – A silent assassin from East Asia.

  • Dave Bautista – The new muscle of the team.

  • The Expendables 5 (2025) | Concept Trailer ft. Sylvester Stallone

🗣️ What the Cast Has Said

Dolph Lundgren (Gunner Jensen)

In 2024, Lundgren said he’d return “if and only if Stallone is part of it,” emphasizing that Sly’s leadership is what gave the franchise its identity.

Sylvester Stallone

He hinted that Expend4bles would be his “last ride” in the series, but didn’t rule out returning in a smaller role if the story felt right.

“I think we’ve told the big stories. But if there’s a good enough script… who knows?”

Jason Statham

Now seen as the franchise’s new anchor, Statham hasn’t publicly commented on a sequel but has continued to work with action-focused studios.

🎭 Creative Roadblocks

🧨 Why The Franchise Might Be Finished

  • Box office fatigue: Expend4bles bombed, opening with less than $9M in the U.S.

  • Aging core cast: Most of the original team is now in their 60s or 70s.

  • Shift in genre appeal: Younger audiences are more drawn to superhero, sci-fi, or horror franchises.

  • Internal conflict: Past productions were marked by creative differences, notably between Stallone and the producers.

📈 The Streaming Future

If theatrical returns no longer make sense, a grittier, character-driven revival on streaming might work:

  • Miniseries format (6 episodes on Netflix or Prime)

  • Spin-offs (e.g., “The Expendables: Origins” focusing on Barney Ross in his prime)

  • Animated adaptations with voice work from original stars

🔚 Conclusion: Mission Unclear, Legacy Intact

The Expendables gave audiences a rare gift: watching action heroes of the past share the screen, bicker, and blow things up together. While The Expendables 5 is not in production, and may never materialize theatrically, the brand’s legacy lives on.

Whether the franchise reloads for one last ride, migrates to streaming, or fades into cinematic history, it remains a love letter to explosive action—and the legends who made it iconic.