Yo Joe! Finally, All Live-Action G.I. Joe Movies Assemble on One Streamer

Ah, G.I. Joe. For so many of us, it’s more than just a toy line; it’s a portal back to Saturday morning cartoons and backyard adventures. The live-action movies, well, they've certainly had their moments, haven't they? And for fans who've been hopping from service to service, trying to keep track of where each installment decided to make its temporary home, it's been, frankly, a bit of a trek.

But for once, good news for the Joes and their loyal followers: The entire live-action cinematic universe—yes, all three films—is finally, wonderfully, converging onto a single streaming platform. Come July 1st, prepare yourselves, because G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, G.I. Joe: Retaliation, and the more recent Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins will all be readily available for your viewing pleasure on Max. Talk about convenience, right?

You see, for a long while, catching up on the action meant juggling subscriptions, or perhaps, let’s be honest, just giving up on the idea entirely. First, we had Stephen Sommers' The Rise of Cobra back in 2009, bringing the iconic characters like Duke and Storm Shadow to the big screen with a certain, shall we say, bombastic charm. Then came Retaliation in 2013, which, in truth, brought in Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and Bruce Willis, giving it a noticeable shot in the arm. Many would argue it felt like a fresh, more focused take on the material, wouldn't you?

And then there’s Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins from 2021. This one, a bit of a departure, offered a deep dive into the silent ninja's backstory, exploring his early days before the iconic visor and that infamous vow of silence. Now, granted, the reception for these films has been… varied, to put it gently. From critical mixed bags to box office performances that, especially in Snake Eyes's case, left a little something to be desired, they've certainly sparked conversations. Yet, for many, they remain a crucial part of the G.I. Joe saga.

So, this move to Max? It’s a pretty big deal, you could say. It offers a golden opportunity for existing fans to binge-watch the entire arc, perhaps noticing new details or simply reveling in the nostalgia. And for the curious newcomers, well, it’s never been easier to dive headfirst into the world of G.I. Joe without the usual streaming service shuffle. Of course, it’s worth noting that while the movies find a unified home, the future of the franchise also includes a potential G.I. Joe series currently in development for Paramount+. But hey, one step at a time, right? For now, let’s just enjoy the fact that our favorite elite task force is finally, truly, all in one place.