The rivalry between Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow as a parallel narrative.

The story of G.I. Joe: Retaliation picks up where the first film left off, with the Joes facing a new threat from the Cobra organization. The film follows Duke (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson), Flint (D.J. Quaid), and the rest of the team as they attempt to clear their names and take down Cobra Commander (Jonathan Pryce) and his loyal followers. Along the way, they are joined by new recruits, including Scarlett (Scarlett Johansson) and Snake Eyes (Ray Park).

, the film shifted the franchise toward a grittier, more "military-style" aesthetic while introducing high-profile stars to boost its global appeal. I. Production Context and Strategy Star Power Infusion : Seeking to revitalize the franchise, the studio cast Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Roadblock and Bruce Willis as General Joe Colton. Release Delay