{"id":45671,"date":"2024-05-28T11:18:19","date_gmt":"2024-05-28T15:18:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usa.businessupturn.com\/?p=45671"},"modified":"2024-05-28T11:18:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-28T15:18:19","slug":"are-jimmy-butler-and-lionel-messi-in-bad-boys-ride-or-die","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/are-jimmy-butler-and-lionel-messi-in-bad-boys-ride-or-die\/45671\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Jimmy Butler and Lionel Messi in \u2018Bad Boys: Ride or Die\u2019?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cBad Boys\u201d has become synonymous with action-packed thrillers set against the vibrant backdrop of Miami. Starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, this iconic cop movie franchise has continued to captivate audiences for nearly three decades.<\/p>\n<p>Now, fans are eagerly anticipating the release of the fourth installment, titled \u201cBad Boys: Ride or Die.\u201d In this latest chapter, Smith and Lawrence reprise their roles as Mike and Marcus, embarking on a mission to exonerate their former captain, who has been wrongfully accused of crimes. However, their quest for justice takes a dangerous turn when they find themselves implicated in the investigation, thrusting them into the heart of a sprawling conspiracy in Miami.<\/p>\n<p>One of the key attractions of the \u201cBad Boys\u201d series is its vibrant setting in South Beach. Miami\u2019s unique blend of culture, artistry, and picturesque beaches provides the perfect backdrop for the high-octane action and drama that unfolds on screen.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to its cinematic appeal, Miami boasts a rich sports culture, with two of its brightest stars being Jimmy Butler and Lionel Messi. Butler, the dynamic forward for the Miami Heat, and Messi, the soccer sensation for Inter Miami, are not only beloved figures in the city but also towering figures in their respective sports.<\/p>\n<p>The excitement surrounding the release of \u201cBad Boys: Ride or Die\u201d reached new heights with a crossover between the entertainment and sporting worlds. Butler and Messi were prominently featured in a promotional clip released by Sony, sparking speculation about their potential roles in the film.<\/p>\n<p>As anticipation builds, fans are eager to learn more about Butler and Messi\u2019s involvement in \u201cBad Boys: Ride or Die\u201d and whether they will make their big-screen debut alongside Smith and Lawrence. Stay tuned for updates as the release date approaches, and prepare for an adrenaline-fueled ride through the streets of Miami with the iconic \u201cBad Boys\u201d duo.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Are Jimmy Butler and Lionel Messi in \u2018Bad Boys: Ride or Die\u2019?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE - Whatcha Gonna Do Jimmy Butler?\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/me9fXz54J4M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Sony generated buzz for \u201cBad Boys: Ride or Die\u201d with a surprise video released on May 27, just two weeks before the film\u2019s highly anticipated theatrical debut. The clip featured unexpected appearances from two sports superstars, Jimmy Butler and Lionel Messi, alongside the iconic duo of Will Smith and Martin Lawrence.<\/p>\n<p>The inclusion of Butler and Messi in the promotional video immediately led to speculation among fans that the athletes might have roles in the film. However, it has since been confirmed that neither Butler nor Messi are part of the official cast list for the movie. Prior to the promotional video, there had been no indication of their involvement in the latest \u201cBad Boys\u201d installment.<\/p>\n<p>It appears that Butler and Messi\u2019s appearances in the promotional material were purely for marketing purposes, leveraging their star power to further enhance the Miami-themed allure of the film. The decision to feature two of the city\u2019s most prominent sporting figures aligns with the movie\u2019s setting and adds to the excitement surrounding its release.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s worth noting that the promotional video primarily focuses on banter between Smith and Lawrence, offering little insight into the film\u2019s plot or visuals. In contrast, the official trailer for \u201cBad Boys: Ride or Die\u201d was unveiled on March 26, providing audiences with a glimpse of the action-packed adventure that awaits them in Miami.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE \u2013 Official Trailer (HD)\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hRFY_Fesa9Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cBad Boys\u201d has become synonymous with action-packed thrillers set against the vibrant backdrop of Miami. Starring Will Smith and Martin\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":294,"featured_media":45673,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[67,69],"tags":[6379,231],"class_list":["post-45671","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-celebrity-news","category-film","tag-jimmy-butler","tag-lionel-messi"],"reading_time":"3 min read","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45671","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/294"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45671"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45671\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/45673"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45671"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=45671"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45671"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}