“The Suicide Squad”, directed by James Gunn, is a bold, irreverent reinvention of DC’s misfit team, blending visceral action with dark comedy. John Cena stars as Peacemaker, a ruthless patriot joining Margot Robbie’s unhinged Harley Quinn and Idris Elba’s reluctant Bloodsport to obliterate a monstrous secret on a volatile island. The film redefines the superhero genre with chaotic energy, exploring redemption, camaraderie, and the cost of expendability in a world of chaos.

Cena’s stoic yet absurd Peacemaker delivers laugh-out-loud moments, his brutal efficiency contrasting Robbie’s anarchic Harley, whose prison breakout dazzles with vibrant flair. Elba’s grounded Bloodsport anchors the heart, his leadership forged in pain, resonating with your love for ensemble action. Gunn’s gonzo direction—think starfish kaiju and blood-soaked beaches—pops with kinetic visuals and John Murphy’s punk-rock score, though the 132-minute runtime sidelines some characters. The film’s mix of gore and heart, tied to your taste for bold casts, grossed $168 million and birthed a Peacemaker spinoff, cementing its cult legacy. Cena, Robbie, and Elba craft a wild, action-packed riot that electrifies DC’s underbelly.

“The Suicide Squad” is a brash, bloody triumph, with its stars as its defiant pulse.

Rating: 7.6/10