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"The Expendables" is a 2010 American action film directed by Sylvester Stallone, who also co-wrote the screenplay with David Callaham. The film boasts an ensemble cast of renowned action film actors, including Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Randy Couture, Terry Crews, Steve Austin, Mickey Rourke, and Bruce Willis. The story revolves around a team of elite mercenaries assigned to overthrow a Latin American dictator. However, they soon realize that the dictator is merely a puppet controlled by a corrupt ex-CIA agent. The film pays homage to the blockbuster action films of the late 1980s and early 1990s and was distributed by Lionsgate.

The inception of "The Expendables" began in mid-2005 when writer David Callaham submitted the first draft of a mercenary-inspired action film titled "Barrow" to Warner Bros. Stallone, interested in creating an ensemble film, used Callaham's script as a foundation for "The Expendables." The casting process was intricate, with several big names like Jean-Claude Van Damme and Wesley Snipes initially considered for roles but eventually not participating. The role of Mr. Church, the man who hires the Expendables, was particularly challenging to cast, with Bruce Willis finally taking on the role.

Filming commenced on March 3, 2009, with a budget of $82 million. The majority of the shooting took place in various locations in Brazil, with additional scenes shot in New Orleans, Louisiana. The film's production was not without its challenges, including disputes over unpaid dues by a Brazilian company, O2 Filmes, which claimed it was owed more than $2 million for its work on the film.

Upon its release, "The Expendables" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the action sequences and cast performances, while others criticized the plot and character development. However, the film was a commercial success, opening at number one at the box office in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, China, and India. The film's global box office total amounted to $274.5 million