The Suicide Squad

The movie begins in Belle Reve Penitentiary, where Brian Durland/Savant (portrayed by Michael Rooker) is amusing himself by tossing a ball around targets he carefully set up. He even displays his exceptional talent by bouncing the ball off the walls, resulting in the unfortunate demise of a canary. His playful moment is cut short when Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) intervenes to assign him a mission.

Savant is quickly thrust into Task Force X, also known as “The Suicide Squad” (or Team 2), which includes characters like Blackguard (Pete Davidson), Captain Boomerang (Jai Courtney), Weasel (Sean Gunn), Mongal (Mayling Ng), Javelin (Flula Borg), The Detachable Kid (TDK) (Nathan Fillion), and Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie). Under the leadership of Rick Flag (Joel Kinnaman), they head to Corto Maltese for their mission.

Upon their arrival, calamity ensues when Weasel unexpectedly tumbles into the water and drowns—an unfortunate revelation, as no one realized he couldn’t swim. Onshore, Blackguard reveals his deception by leading the team directly into an ambush with mercenaries, resulting in his gruesome demise. As mayhem breaks out, Harley goes into action, firing her weapons, while Boomerang employs his signature projectiles to take down enemies.

During the chaos, TDK’s arms detach for his own version of offense, but to little effect. Unfortunately, Mongal meets a tragic end when her attempt to land a chopper results in her fiery demise. Boomerang faces a brutal fate as well when he is impaled and subsequently shredded by the helicopter’s blades. In the midst of all the turmoil, Savant seeks to escape but is thwarted when Waller remotely triggers an explosive planted in his head, culminating in his bloody end. Determined, Waller dispatches a second team to complete the mission.

Three days earlier…

Amanda Waller proactively seeks out Robert DuBois/Bloodsport (Idris Elba), a mercenary infamous for shooting Superman with a kryptonite bullet. To manipulate him, she threatens repercussions for his daughter Tyla (Storm Reid), drawing Bloodsport into her plans. Following a heated confrontation that reveals his poor track record as a father, Waller recruits him into the ensemble which features Christopher Smith/Peacemaker (John Cena), Cleo Cazo/Ratcatcher 2 (Daniela Melchior), Nanaue/King Shark (Sylvester Stallone), and Abner Krill/Polka Dot Man (David Dastmalchian).

Waller elaborates on the political strife in Corto Maltese, now controlled by dictator Silvio Luna (Juan Diego Botto) and General Mateo Suarez (Joaquín Cosio), who are engaged in unsettling experiments known as “Project Starfish” at a facility called Jotunheim. The team’s primary task is to locate Dr. Gaius Grieves/The Thinker (Peter Capaldi) to dismantle the machinations brewing in the facility.

As the motley crew traverses the jungle towards their goal, they mistakenly assassinate members of the local Freedom Fighters, leading to revelations about their misconceived targets. Tensions rise as Polka Dot Man reveals the source of his powers stemming from his troubled past, while the group forms a bond amidst chaos. Their journey is further complicated by Harley, who unexpectedly finds herself in the clutches of Luna—who attempts to woo her.

After a series of dramatic and comedic encounters involving javelins and gunfire, Harley escapes captivity, reuniting with the Squad to infiltrate Jotunheim. Inside, they confront the terrifying Starro The Conqueror, which unleashes chaos and destruction as Peacemaker’s betrayal unfolds.

Bloodsport, Harley, and Polka Dot Man engage in a frantic struggle for survival, culminating in a climactic showdown against Starro. Amidst intense battles, Ratcatcher’s unique skills come into play, mobilizing a rat army to aid in their fight against the monstrous alien and ultimately lead to its defeat.

The aftermath of the confrontation reveals the remaining Team members contemplating their next steps as Waller is coerced into releasing them. Bloodsport reconnects with Tyla, establishing a new dynamic as they reflect on their experiences.

In a mid-credits scene, Weasel resurfaces alive in the jungle, while a post-credits reveal hints at Peacemaker’s unexpected survival, setting the stage for potential further adventures. The blend of action, humor, and heartfelt moments culminates in a finale that resonates with both chaos and camaraderie as the squad leaves their mark on both the city and each other.

Last Updated: April 16, 2025 at 14:33