- Actors: Liam Neeson, Bradley Cooper, Sharlto Copley, Jessica Biel, Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson
- Directors: Joe Carnahan
- Writers: Brian Bloom, Joe Carnahan, Frank Lupo, Skip Woods, Stephen J. Cannell
- Producers: Alex Young, Iain Smith
- Format: AC-3, Colour, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC
- Language English
- Subtitles: English, Spanish
- Region: Region 1 (US and Canada DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 2.35:1
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested) (US MPAA rating. See details.)
- Studio: 20th Century Fox
- DVD Release Date: 14 Dec 2010
- Run Time: 117 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (144 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B002ZG994U
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 58,019 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Give it up to the A-Team: they've always been good at demolishing things in big, big ways. Freed from the confines of the 1980s TV series, the 2010 blockbuster movie version allows the four members of the paramilitary squad to really amp up the mayhem to newly crazed heights. Liam Neeson plays team leader Hannibal Smith (inheriting the cigar-chomping from the show's George Peppard), and pro wrestler Quinton "Rampage" Jackson is "B.A." Baracus, the TV show's most iconic character (insert Mr. T "I pity the fool" joke here). As the vain Face, Bradley Cooper preens in convincing fashion, and District 9 out-of-nowhere star Sharlto Copley plays the unhinged pilot "Howlin' Mad" Murdock. These boys are on the trail of some money-counterfeiting plates, from Bagdad to Germany to places in between. It would be understating it to say that the plot is not of primary importance, although Patrick Wilson has some fun as a CIA official and Jessica Biel occasionally strikes poses as Face's ex-flame, now a military officer displeased with the A-Team's extra-legal shenanigans. The storytelling is insipid and half-hearted--but when it comes to snarky dialogue and two-fisted action scenes, director Joe Carnahan is in his comfort zone. It's reasonably fun watching the working-out of such logistical puzzles as dropping a tank (with crew inside) from a plane, or scattering the main characters on a dockside as cargo containers rain down from a ship looming above them. Good times, although is it asking too much for certain basic laws of physics (if you drop a human body ten stories, for instance, it might actually sustain injuries) to be used as a guideline? But worrying about such matters isn't in the spirit of The A-Team, which cheerfully ignores the petty concerns of credibility and logic. --Robert Horton
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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I'm old enough to remember the original series and it was typical American gung-ho mass produced tv. This however is an exciting and fun re-visit to the theme and everything 'The Losers' could have been. Liam Neeson seems to be in every film I watch at the moment but as he proved in 'Taken' he is a believable action hero and does a fine job as Hannibal Smith, leader of the A Team. If comparisons have to be drawn then the only letdown for me was Quinton Jackson as BA Baracus but only because Mr T was such an iconic figure as proven by his re-appearance in the Snickers ads, bet you wouldn't recognise the rest of the team so easily. Overall this is 80 minutes or so of enjoyable adventure with lots of fireworks and stunts and just what the doctor ordered for a dull Sunday afternoon, pass the popcorn!
33 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I tend to respond negatively to remakes and I've only ever watched a few episodes of the original A-Team show, so I went to see this movie without comparing it to the show and I have got to say, I was not disappointed.
The story was well written, especially the origin story of how the A-Team comes together which is told in the first 15 minutes, the action sequences are explosive and the dialogue was witty and engaging, but I was most impressed with the acting as all the cast members seemed to really enjoy playing these iconic characters and this only enhances their performance. The most obvious example was Sharlto Copley, whose protrayal as 'Howling Mad' Murdock was fantastic, easily making him the most likeable character in the whole movie.
My only criticism is the film's villain, who is immediately identifiable from the moment he is introduced, but this is a very minor detraction from what is on the whole, a fun and explosive summer action movie.
If you're looking for something funny with plenty of action and explosions, this is a reliable choice, though die-hard fans of the A-Team show may be disappointed.
The story was well written, especially the origin story of how the A-Team comes together which is told in the first 15 minutes, the action sequences are explosive and the dialogue was witty and engaging, but I was most impressed with the acting as all the cast members seemed to really enjoy playing these iconic characters and this only enhances their performance. The most obvious example was Sharlto Copley, whose protrayal as 'Howling Mad' Murdock was fantastic, easily making him the most likeable character in the whole movie.
My only criticism is the film's villain, who is immediately identifiable from the moment he is introduced, but this is a very minor detraction from what is on the whole, a fun and explosive summer action movie.
If you're looking for something funny with plenty of action and explosions, this is a reliable choice, though die-hard fans of the A-Team show may be disappointed.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Having read the reviews saw this with very, very low expectations and was very happily surprised.
It's the A team. The plans always were ridiculous only now the action is real, the destruction massive and the stunts more than a jeep flipping over and a helicopter crashing and exploding out of sight behind a hill.
The intro, where the team first meet up, feels rushed in one respect but also an unwelcome delay to the main story. Would have almost been better leaving out entirely or making a cohesive part of the plot. That said the rest of the plot canters on nicely. Some of the violence is brutal, although not graphic, and is probably not suitable for younger children. Again this feels a little misjudged
Not sure what extra features the DVD will contain but the children (and myself) came out of the cinema happy. 9/10 from them.
It's the A team. The plans always were ridiculous only now the action is real, the destruction massive and the stunts more than a jeep flipping over and a helicopter crashing and exploding out of sight behind a hill.
The intro, where the team first meet up, feels rushed in one respect but also an unwelcome delay to the main story. Would have almost been better leaving out entirely or making a cohesive part of the plot. That said the rest of the plot canters on nicely. Some of the violence is brutal, although not graphic, and is probably not suitable for younger children. Again this feels a little misjudged
Not sure what extra features the DVD will contain but the children (and myself) came out of the cinema happy. 9/10 from them.
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Amazing!
it was a great movie, loved it! i have watched it about 5 times now, so definitely worth it! very funny and great ideas!
Published 2 days ago by Liv
A -Team
This is a great film packed with stunts and action. It also had a story line. Hopefullly they will make another.
Published 10 days ago by Pamela Tooms
"..TOP ENTERTAINMENT.."
Well you either love the TV series or you dont, and if you do then you will certainly love this movie!! Fantastic cast who portray the original characters perfectly! Read more
Published 20 days ago by S. Drury
Sometimes a plan never really comes together
Despite an eternity in development and an army of writers, The A-Team never really comes together. Taking more than an hour to get to the point the TV series tossed off in the... Read more
Published 21 days ago by Trevor Willsmer
wildly crazy and very stupid fun
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Starring Bradley Cooper (The Hangover) and Liam Neeson (Taken), The A-Team is an all-action blockbuster from the director of Smokin' Aces, Joe Caranahan. Read more
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Published 1 month ago by S. F. husseiny
What a stinker!
I loved the original series, this abomination bears no resemblance to it whatsoever. The fact there will be no sequel says it all. Fingers crossed for a re-boot! Read more
Published 2 months ago by J. Ballard
An enjoyable watch.
After reading the rather mixed reviews here on amazon and much hesitation, I purchased a used copy this movie at £2.20 (via amazon seller zoverstocks). Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr. Pratab Ali
don't you love it when a good films comes together :)
i really enjoyed the movie, not really worth comparing it to the Tv series, but i reckon it appeals to the fans of the series and to people who have never seen the series (do they... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Tam101
Maybe not
As the title states explosive edition. Trouble is that's it! The story is of how they became the a-team
and what they were accused of. Read more
and what they were accused of. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ian
I'LL HAVE A B PLEASE BOB.....
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