Sylvester Stallone returns as Barney Ross, joined by Jason Statham as Lee Christmas and Harrison Ford as Drummer. The third installment introduces a younger blood team and reunites the old guard.
Main cast
- Barney RossSylvester StalloneMain
- Lee ChristmasJason StathamMain
- DrummerHarrison FordMain
- Conrad StonebanksMel GibsonMain
Supporting cast
- Toll RoadRandy CoutureSupp
- Gunner JensenTerry CrewsSupp
- Hale CaesarWesley SnipesSupp
- DocDolph LundgrenSupp
- BonapartKelsey GrammerSupp
Guest & voice
- John SmileeKellan LutzSupp
- LunaRonda RouseySupp
- MarsVictor OrtizSupp
- ThornGlen PowellSupp
- GalgoAntonio BanderasSupp
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About this cast
The Expendables 3 sees Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone) assembling a new generation of mercenaries to take down arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks (Mel Gibson), a co-founder of the Expendables gone rogue. Alongside mainstays like Lee Christmas (Jason Statham) and new recruit Drummer (Harrison Ford), the film pits old-school grit against a younger, tech-savvy team.
FAQs
Who plays Barney Ross in Expendables 3?
Sylvester Stallone plays Barney Ross, the leader of the Expendables.
Is Harrison Ford in Expendables 3?
Yes, Harrison Ford appears as Drummer, a CIA operative who assists the team.
Who plays the villain in Expendables 3?
Mel Gibson plays Conrad Stonebanks, the main antagonist and a former co-founder of the Expendables.
Does Bruce Willis appear in Expendables 3?
No, Bruce Willis was replaced by Harrison Ford due to a salary dispute.
Who is the new young team in Expendables 3?
The new team includes Kellan Lutz as Smilee, Ronda Rousey as Luna, Victor Ortiz as Mars, and Glen Powell as Thorn, led by Antonio Banderas as Galgo.
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