The Hollywood Reporter brings word that The Raid‘s Iko Uwais is in talks for a role in Paramount’s upcoming Snake Eyes movie, a spin-off/reboot of the GI Joe franchise.
Uwais will take on the role of Hard Master, teacher of the titular hero and previously played by Gerald Okamura in 2009’s G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra.
Snake Eyes is the ninja commando known for his deadly ability with a sword and trench knives.
He joins a cast that includes Henry Golding (Crazy Rich Asians) who will be playing the titular Snake Eyes.and Andrew Koji (Cinemax’s Warrior) who will play Storm Shadow.