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Task Force X is the Suicide Squad
DC's highly-anticipated take on the super-villains known as the Suicide Squad bows in 2016. Under the moniker Task Force X, the squad is a government-sanctioned group executing dangerous missions from a base in Belle Reve Prison. David Ayer (Training Day, End of Watch) will write and direct the summer blockbuster, which promises to be one of the darkest comic book films ever. (Photo: Twitter/@DavidAyerMovies)
The Joker is Back
Jared Leto (Dallas Buyers Club) will follow in the footsteps of Cesar Romero, Jack Nicholson and Heath Ledger to play the iconic character. Leto, who practiced method acting for the role, gave each cast member a gift from the Joker. Margot Robbie kept the live rat that was gifted to her because, "if Harley got something from Joker, she'd probably cherish it." In the comics, the Clown Prince of Crime is not a member of the Suicide Squad. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
Will Smith Plays The Sharpshooter Deadshot
Will Smith, who rarely plays a bad guy, will fill the role of Floyd Lawton, a.k.a. Deadshot. In the comic books, Deadshot is a man looking to die a spectacular death, but the trailer hints that Lawton is cooperating for his daughter's sake. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
Harley Quinn Makes Her Big-Screen Debut
Margot Robbie (The Wolf of Wall Street) will deliver the first live-action performance of Harley Quinn. Quinn is a psychiatrist who falls in love with the Joker. The trailer hints that Mr. J may force Quinn to break bad. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
The Caped Crusader Returns
Of course, if Joker is involved, then Batman has to be close behind. In the Comic-Con trailer, Batman is seen jumping on top of the Joker's metallic Lamborghini. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
Amanda Waller Oversees Task Force X
Viola Davis (The Help) will play high-ranking government official Amanda Waller, who supervises Task Force X. Davis described Waller as someone "ready to pick up a gun and shoot anyone at will." Just what you want from your fearless leader. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
Cara Delevingne Gets Enchanted
Supermodel Cara Delevingne (Paper Towns) will portray June Moone in the comic-book adaption. In the trailer, Moone is exploring a cave that might be filled with evil. One shot in the sneak peek shows Moone struggling with her transformation into Enchantress. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
Killer Croc Looks Terrifying
Waylon Jones, known as Killer Croc in DC's comics, will be played by Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (Lost). In the teaser trailer, Croc looks to be more human than reptile, which is different from how he's portrayed in the comic books. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
A Boomerang is Not a Toy
Jai Courtney, who was up for the role of Deadshot, will play Australian badass Captain Boomerang. In the comics, George "Digger' Harkness uses his altered boomerang as a deadly weapon. (Photo: DC Entertainment)
Rick Flag Leads Task Force X
Tom Hardy (Bane from The Dark Knight Rises) was originally cast as Rick Flag in Suicide Squad, but a scheduling conflict opened up the role for Joel Kinnaman (Robocop). Details about his character as scarce, but the comics depict Flag as the reluctant leader of Task Force X.
By GameSpot Staff on Jul 17, 2015 05:05 am
15. The Death Star
That's no moon. It's a space station—a space station that houses the greatest weapon in the galaxy. The Death Star has the power to destroy whole worlds in a single burst from its superlaser. Princess Leia learns that the hard way when Governor Tarkin orders the destruction of her home world, Alderaan. But thanks to her brother's connection to the Force, and a crucial design flaw in the Death Star's plans, the Empire loses its greatest power. (Photo by: Lucasfilm)
14. Dirty Harry's Revolver
No punk should feel lucky to face a .44 Magnum pistol, especially when it's in the hands of antihero cop Dirty Harry. The Smith & Wesson Model 29 revolver remains popular after famously debuting in the hands of Clint Eastwood's gritty action star. (Photo by: Warner Bros.)
13. The Ghostbusters' Proton Packs
Fine: It's more containment device than full-on weapon. Just don't call the proton pack a toy—at least in front of Egon. When there's something strange in your neighborhood, the Ghostbusters don their proton packs to suck up unseemly ghouls. With a half-life of 5,000 years, the packs are the best long-term defense against the immortal dead. (Photo by: Columbia Pictures)
12. The Noisy Cricket
Despite its comically tiny size, The Noisy Cricket packs quite a punch against the most aggressive aliens. At first, Agent J is disappointed to receive the small gun, given the massive MIB arsenal. Little does he know how powerfully it can shoot ... or how far the recoil can throw him backwards. (Photo by: Columbia Pictures)
11. Beatrix Kiddo's Katana
In the hands of The Bride/Beatrix Kiddo, the samurai sword illustrates exactly why she is also known as Black Mamba. The former assassin takes her vengeance to a legendary level at the House of Blue Leaves thanks to her "Japanese steel." The Crazy 88 never stand a chance. (Photo by: Miramax Films)
10. Thor's Hammer
"Whosoever holds this hammer, if he be worthy, shall possess the power of Thor." Mjolnir isn't just a fancy hammer. It's quite literally what makes Thor, Thor. Imbuing the worthy Asgardian with the ability to fly and direct bolts of electricity, Mjolnir's also pretty good at just plain hammering. When Thor and Captain America join forces with their respective awesome weapons, as they did in Avengers: Age of Ultron, no HYDRA agent can stop them. (Photo by: Zade Rosenthal/Marvel)
9. Bruce Lee
Martial arts action movie legend Bruce Lee popularized nunchucks on the silver screen, but the most imposing weapon he shows off in his films is his own unadorned body. Despite starring in only a handful of kung fu films, his onscreen skills show that no one can match the hands and feet he was born with. (Photo by: Orange Sky Golden Harvest Entertainment)
8. Indiana Jones' Whip
Indy without his whip is just any old archaeologist with a cool hat. The globe-trotting adventurer uses his bullwhip to evade booby traps, climb out of sticky situations, and fight off bad guys. Then again, sometimes a regular ol' gun works in a pinch against sinister sword-wielding men. (Photo by: Lucasfilm Ltd.)
7. Sting
Featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, Sting is Bilbo Baggins's trusty Elvish blade, which glows blue when orcs and goblins are near. It may be just a dagger for men and elves, but for a hobbit, Sting is the perfect sword. Wielded by Bilbo, Frodo, and even Sam, Sting plays a crucial role in ensuring the defeat of the evil Sauron and the One Ring. (Photo by: Warner Bros.)
6. Identity Disc
You have to hand it to Tron and Tron: Legacy: They may not win any screenwriting accolades, but they sure have awesome gadgets. The multifunction Identity Disc or Light Disc isn't just a sleek throwing weapon and gaming device. It's also the soul of the Program who wields it. They're like weaponized smart phones; they do it all! (Photo credit by: Disney)
5. Scarface's Machine Gun
Scarface's little friend is anything but amicable. The M-16A1 equipped with a grenade launcher allows the Miami drug kingpin Tony Montana to go out in a blaze of glory on his terms. (Photo by: Universal Pictures)
4. The Elder Wand
While all of the wands in the Wizarding World hold an innumerable power, at least for Muggles, it is the legendary Elder Wand that stands above all the rest. One of the Deathly Hallows, legend has it that it's the most powerful wand ever created. (Photo by: Warner Bros.)
3. Captain America's Shield
Not to be confused with S.H.I.E.L.D., Captain America's shield is just as iconic as the superhero who wields it. Made from near indestructible vibranium metal, the shield serves as the perfect defense for a near-indestructible hero. In the hands of Steve Rogers, the shield can also reflect back energy from collisions and bounce around as a giant flying discus—much to every villain's chagrin. (Photo by: Zade Rosenthal/Marvel)
2. Katniss Everdeen's Bow And Arrow
Katniss Everdeen takes matters into her own hands, hunting for her family's survival and defending herself when fighting in the Hunger Games. Her skill with the bow and arrow also marks her as an inspiration for the people of the Districts as a symbol against the totalitarian Capitol. (Photo by Murray Close/Lionsgate)
1. All the lightsabers
The combination of an unforgettable sound effect with an illuminated sword that can cut through anything and anyone makes for one of the most badass movie weapons ever. Blue, green, red, or purple—every lightsaber tells something about the warrior. Even the most critically panned of the Star Wars movies, The Phantom Menace, features mind-blowing laser sword moments starring Darth Maul's double-bladed red lightsaber. (Photo by: Corbis/Lucasfilm Ltd.)
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