Get ready to dive into the streets of Los Santos like never before. The first official trailer for GTA: San Andreas Live-Action Movie (2025) has just dropped, and Will Smith is set to bring the legendary video game character CJ to life in an explosive, high-octane crime saga.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, The Equalizer), this live-action adaptation takes the classic open-world game and brings it into a new cinematic universe, blending the gritty action of the original with modern storytelling and groundbreaking visuals. The film follows Carl “CJ” Johnson as he returns to Los Santos after the death of his mother, only to find his family in turmoil and his neighborhood under siege from gangs, corruption, and violence.
The teaser opens with a powerful shot of Will Smith’s CJ walking through a sun-soaked Los Santos neighborhood, the sounds of distant gunfire and car engines filling the air. CJ’s voiceover cuts in: “I came back for family. But now, I’m here to take control.”
Key moments from the trailer:
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CJ reuniting with his 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥hood friend Big Smoke (played by Idris Elba) in a high-stakes meeting, only for things to quickly go south
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A thrilling car chase through the neon-lit streets of Los Santos, complete with daring stunts and heart-pounding crashes
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Lana Condor as Sweet, CJ’s tough, loyal sister, who gets caught in a deadly gang war
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A jaw-dropping action sequence set in a casino, where CJ faces off against a corrupt city official played by Tommy Lee Jones
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The famous “Ryder” (played by Lakeith Stanfield) confronting CJ in a fast-paced rooftop chase, setting up the ultimate showdown
The trailer’s sleek visuals, incredible stunts, and intense action sequences promise to bring the world of San Andreas to life in a way that feels both familiar and fresh. Will Smith’s charismatic portrayal of CJ is expected to bring depth, humor, and intensity to the character, while still keeping the heart of the original game intact.
Fans of the iconic game are already buzzing with excitement, with hashtags like #GTASanAndreasMovie, #WillSmithCJ, and #LosSantosUnleashed taking over social media.
GTA: San Andreas Live-Action Movie is set to hit theaters on May 7, 2025, with an IMAX release confirmed.
One city. One man. And a world of chaos. 🚗💥
