Bad Boys: Ride or Die finally moves forward after years of slow progress, ensuring fans won’t wait long as they did between previous movies. The release date is confirmed for June 7, 2024, making it Will Smith’s next big movie. Returning actors include Martin Lawrence and Will Smith, with new additions like Melanie Liburd and Rhea Seehorn. Eric Dane is rumored to play the villain.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die development was slow for many years, but now Mike and Marcus’s return is closer. The original Bad Boys was released in 1995, followed by Bad Boys 2 in 2003. The third film, Bad Boys for Life, came out in 2020. After years of little news, Bad Boys: Ride or Die is now in earnest development.
In Bad Boys for Life, Will Smith and Martin Lawrence returned as Detectives Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett. They took on drug lord Isabel Aretas and her son Armando, who is Mike’s son. Bad Boys: Ride or Die was quickly confirmed but production didn’t start immediately. Now, the next movie is on the way, and news is pouring in.
The Action Franchise Returns In June 2024
As the highly-anticipated fourth movie nears its release date, the trailer for Bad Boys: Ride or Die has been revealed. The three-minute teaser shows Mike and Marcus clearing their late captain’s name. They become suspects while uncovering a massive conspiracy involving drug cartels and the Miami Police Force.
Smith & Lawrence Return In Bad Boys: Ride or Die
After years of slow development, updates on Bad Boys: Ride or Die began coming faster in 2023. Sony scheduled the release date for June 7, 2024, a week earlier than the originally announced date.
Martin Lawrence and Will Smith are confirmed to return as Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey. Other returning cast members include Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig, and Paola Núñez. Gabrielle Union might appear as Marcus’ sister, and Tasha Smith will replace Theresa Randle as Marcus’ wife. Joe Pantoliano will reprise his role as Captain Howard via pre-recorded videos.
Melanie Liburd joins the cast as Christine, with Eric Dane playing the villain, Banker. Rhea Seehorn also joins, but her character is unknown.
What Will Happen In The New Movie?
The trailer for Bad Boys: Ride or Die reveals the plot. Mike and Marcus discover their former Captain was involved with drug kingpins. Determined to prove his innocence, they uncover a conspiracy within the police force, making them fugitives.
Watch The Full Trailer Below
A full-length trailer gives fans all they need to know. After a funny scene with Mike and Marcus, the trailer shows the conflict of proving their Captain’s innocence. They uncover a conspiracy, making them fugitives. The trailer also reveals exciting visuals and colors.