What is 2012 Lionsgate Films The Expendables 2?

In 2012, Lionsgate Films released The Expendables 2, a high-octane action film that starred a roster of some of the biggest names in action cinema. The film was a sequel to the 2010 hit The Expendables and aimed to bring the nostalgia of classic 80s and 90s action movies back to the forefront of the genre.

The plot revolves around the team of elite mercenaries known as the Expendables, led by Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone), who are given a new mission by Mr. Church (Bruce Willis) to retrieve a package from a plane that was shot down over Albania. However, things quickly go awry when one of their own is killed and the team sets out on a mission of revenge against their enemies, including the villainous Vilain (Jean-Claude Van Damme).

The Expendables 2 not only brought together these iconic action stars but also introduced new members, including Chuck Norris and Liam Hemsworth, to the cast. The film was praised for its high-octane action sequences, explosive fights, and sharp one-liners that harkened back to the classic action films of the 80s and 90s.

While the film wasn't a critical darling, it was a commercial success, grossing over $300 million worldwide. The Expendables 2 delivered exactly what it promised – a fun and action-packed thrill ride that paid homage to the heyday of action cinema.