The A-Team
The A-Team

The A-Team

2010Movie117 minEnglish

A man who loves when a plan comes together, Col. Hannibal Smith leads a close-knit team of elite operatives and Iraq War veterans. Framed for a crime they didn't commit, Smith and his men, Capt. H.M. ‘Howling Mad’ Murdock , Sgt. Bosco ‘B.A.’ Baracus, and Lt. Templeton ‘Faceman’ Peck, break out and go rogue, using their special talents to clear their names and find the perpetrator. Hot on their trail is Capt. Charissa Sosa, who was once involved with a member of Smith's team and has sworn to capture them, no matter what it takes.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes49%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users71%
Director: Joe CarnahanGenres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Thriller

Plot Summary

A team of Iraq veterans, falsely accused of a crime they didn't commit, go on the run while trying to clear their names. They use their unique military skills to pull off daring heists and evade capture, all while seeking the truth behind their framing.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its action sequences and cast chemistry, but criticism for its convoluted plot and reliance on over-the-top stunts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action and charismatic cast.
  • Criticized for a confusing plot and excessive CGI.
  • Seen as a fun, albeit shallow, modernization of the classic TV series.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's action and the performances of the main cast, finding it an entertaining popcorn flick. However, some viewers felt it lacked the charm and character development of the original television series.

Fun Fact

Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, who plays B.A. Baracus, was originally cast as a supporting character but impressed the filmmakers so much that he was given the iconic role.

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RalphRahal

RalphRahal

The A-Team (2010) felt like a chaotic attempt to modernize the classic show, but it never really stuck the landing. The directing leans hard into the over-the-top action vibe, but instead of giving us slick sequences, it delivers a messy bl...
Gimly

Gimly

I never watched the original TV series, beyond a vague awareness of Mr. T I knew literally nothing about it. Which meant that I couldn't feel like this reboot was letting me down, but I also was in no way ingratiated with the franchise. See...
Per Gunnar Jonsson

Per Gunnar Jonss...

I must say that it was quite good. I was worried that, as a fan of the original TV-series when I was a kid, I would be disappointed but it had actually captured the spirit of the series quite well. It was fun to watch, with a nice blend of ...