Legendary action heroes often have sequels whispered about in the shadows of Hollywood, but sometimes the most exciting possibilities remain locked away in scripts. For Arnold Schwarzenegger, this idea resurfaced earlier this year when he hinted that the studio was eager to revisit the iconic John Matrix in a potential Commando 2.
While fans dream of more high-octane adrenaline, the seeds for a sequel were actually planted much sooner. Just two years after the explosive 1985 original hit theaters, screenwriter Steven E. De Souza was already busy crafting what many believe is the blueprint for a follow-up.
The original Commando remains a pure-action masterpiece defined by iconic one-liners and raw physical prowess. But could the story have gone further? De Souza’s envisioned sequel offered a thrilling narrative path that expanded upon those classic themes of double-crosses, massive corporate conspiracies, and Matrix’s relentless pursuit of justice.
The imagined plot set the stage for intrigue: Matrix would be working as a security consultant investigating the death of Major General Franklin Kirby. This setup promises a tale filled with high-stakes maneuvering where loyalty is tested and secrets are buried deep within corporate walls.
De Souza detailed the envisioned story, outlining how Arnold would navigate this new world. He imagined Schwarzenegger retiring from the army to establish a security firm, hiring the most dangerous personnel to guard executives. The twist? Discovering that the powerful corporation serving as the client is nothing more than a front for the illegal arms business.
The climax of this hypothetical adventure would involve Matrix having to defeat not just the hired guards and the sophisticated security systems, but also the very people he trusted within the building. The story promised a dramatic confrontation involving Jenny and Cindy, trapped inside the facility as Arnold fought his way through the chaos.
There was even speculation that this unmade script might have crossed paths with other cinematic legends. Rumors circulated that the concept of a hero trapped in a high-tech corporate environment was so compelling that it could easily have morphed into Die Hard. However, De Souza firmly dismissed such theories, stating that his vision was always rooted in its own specific narrative.
While Schwarzenegger was exploring diverse cinematic landscapes—including Predator, The Running Man, and the comedy Twins—the path for another direct action sequel remained less defined. Yet, knowing the potential built into those early scripts reminds us that some of the most electrifying stories are simply waiting for the right moment to ignite.
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