James Gunn’s film costars Margot Robbie, John Cena, Viola Davis, and Joel Kinnaman.
How would writer-directorJames Gunndescribe his new movieThe Suicide Squad(in theaters and on HBO Max Aug. 6)?
“He’s a real reluctant member of the Squad,” says Elba.

Idris Elba and Viola Davis in The Suicide Squad.Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures
“He’s a bit grumpy.
He’s not the warmest guy.
Yeah, just playing myself, really.”
John Cenais Peacemaker, who is obsessed with keeping things conflict-free no matter how much mayhem ensues.
“It’s like f—ing for virginity, he’s fighting for peace.”
Watch the movie’s new trailer above.