Here’s the first teaser for the latest in film adaptations of old television shows, The A-Team. Joe Carnahan (Narc, Smokin’ Aces) directs from a script by Michael Brandt, Derek Haas and Skip Wood. The A-Team stars Liam Neeson (‘Hannibal’ Smith), Bradley Cooper (‘Faceman’ Peck), Sharlto Copley (‘Howling Mad’ Murdock), Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson (‘B.A.’ Baracus), Jessica Biel and Patrick Wilson. I think the trailer’s narration (ripped from the show’s titles) sets up just about everything as for what’s known about the story.
I don’t know what to think of this one. I loved The A-Team as a kid, but it’s very much a product of the ’80s and this appears to be sticking extremely close to the source material besides changing the war these guys fought in and upping the ante in over-the-top action. I suspect this will be a casual rental for me during those times I get tired of more serious fare, unless I hear it’s great fun.
The A-Team hits theaters on June 11th.
