Rico Rodríguez: the new action hero. The Just Cause saga will hit the big screen
Come on, Rico, go out and dance

- February 5, 2025
- Updated: February 12, 2025 at 12:42 PM

Surely if you have ever played any of the Just Cause titles, you have wondered what this adventure would be like in the cinema. Well, it’s now a reality! The video game saga Just Cause, developed by Square Enix since its debut in 2006, is about to make a big leap to the big screen with a movie that promises to capture the attention of action genre lovers. With more than 15 million copies sold worldwide, this title has managed to establish itself as a favorite thanks to its combination of relentless action and comedy, set in a vast open world full of islands and archipelagos.
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Adventure Time Has Arrived
The direction of the adaptation will be led by Ángel Manuel Soto, known for his work on the DC film Blue Beetle. The script will be written by Aaron Rabin, who has contributed his expertise to action-packed productions like Jack Ryan and the upcoming Nobody 2 by Timo Tjahjanto. This team, along with producers Kelly McCormick and David Leitch, who have been behind successful films like Bullet Train and John Wick, raises expectations about the potential of this adaptation.
Although a release date and specific plot details have not been revealed, it is speculated that the narrative could follow the adventures of secret agent Rico Rodríguez in his fight to overthrow dictatorial governments. This premise suggests an approach that, if executed properly, could offer moments of pure adrenaline and humor, distinctive features of the original video games.
The combination of talent both in front of and behind the camera brings a refreshing air to the franchise, and already, many hope that the Just Cause movie will capture the madness and entertainment that its games have provided to its fans over the years. Without a doubt, the announcement brings a sense of excitement in anticipation of what’s to come in action cinema.
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