Randeep Hooda Joins John Cena in Action Thriller 'Matchbox'

Directed by Sam Hargrave, the film reunites Hooda with the filmmaker after their successful 2020 Netflix project, Extraction. Hargrave, known for his expertise in high-octane action, is steering this live-action movie inspired by Mattel’s iconic Matchbox toy vehicle line.

Plot and Cast

Matchbox revolves around a group of childhood friends who must come together to prevent a looming global catastrophe while rediscovering the bonds of their friendship.

The film boasts a stellar cast including Teyonah Parris, Jessica Biel, and Sam Richardson, with production being led by Skydance and Mattel Films.

Matchbox Legacy

The concept of Matchbox cars originated in 1953 when Jack Odell created a tiny car for his daughter that could fit into a matchbox. The popularity of these toys sparked the birth of the Matchbox brand, which continues to be a global phenomenon with two cars sold every second worldwide.

Randeep's Perspective

Behind the Scenes

Hargrave brings his action expertise from Marvel blockbusters like Avengers: Endgame, Infinity War, and Thor: Ragnarok, as well as DC’s Suicide Squad. The screenplay for Matchbox has been penned by David Coggeshall and Jonathan Tropper, with producers David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, and Robbie Brenner overseeing the project.

Randeep Hooda's Busy Slate

Randeep recently directed and starred in Swatantrya Veer Savarkar and is currently working on Jaat with Sunny Deol, directed by Gopichand Malineni. The actor will also be seen in Arjun Ustara, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj.

A Promising Global Venture

Matchbox promises to be a thrilling blend of action, emotion, and nostalgia, bringing together a diverse ensemble of talent and highlighting Randeep Hooda’s growing presence on the global stage.