RLJE Films has released a brand-new trailer for Section 8, the upcoming action film featuring veteran actors Dolph Lundgren and Mickey Rourke. Directed by American filmmaker Christian Sesma, the story of Section 8 revolves around former soldier Jake Atherton who, after avenging the murder of his wife and child, is sentenced to life in prison. He gets a shot at freedom when he is recruited by shady government organization called Section 8 for an off-the-record assignment. However, he soon realizes that the agency isn't what it seems. Lundgren and Rourke are joined by True Blood actor Ryan Kwanten, who plays the role of Atherton, with Scott Adkins (Doctor Strange, John Wick: Chapter 4) and Dermot Mulroney (Zodiac, Secret Invasion) rounding off the cast.

An official trailer for Section 8 dropped by RLJE Films puts the spotlight on the film's protagonist, played by Kwanten, as he teams up with action legends Lundgren and Rourke. The trailer begins with Atherton locked up in prison after he avenges the death of his wife and child. While he reveals that he "feels no remorse" upon completing his revenge mission, a government agent (played by Mulroney) is determined to recruit him for his secret agency that is "sanctioned to eliminate any threats," with Lundgren acting as Atherton's guide through this undertaking. As Atherton gets more involved in the conflict, he realizes that he has to turn against the people he works for. Check out the full trailer below:

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After lending his voice for the recent animated feature Minions: The Rise of Gru, Lundgren's busy slate of films is set to continue with the most notable titles being The Expendables 4 and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. As for Rourke, the Oscar-winning actor of The Wrestler is set to appear in French-Polish director Roman Polanski's dark comedy film The Palace. The trailer above promises another entertaining, action-packed entry to the filmography of the veteran actors involved. Audiences can check out Section 8 when the film is made available in theaters and for streaming on AMC+ on September 23.

Source: RLJE Films