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Arnold Schwarzenegger’s back in new The Last Stand trailer

17 August 2012 at 8:50 am

Arnold Schwarzenegger has been keeping himself busy since leaving his post as Governor of California.

Not only has he reprised his role as Trench in 'The Expendables 2' he has also landed a leading role in 'The Last Stand'.

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Watch the first trailer below:

It looks like the movie will be packed with all the trademark lines and stunts expected from 'The Terminator' star as Arnie plays a retired LAPD cop defending his small town, Sommerton Junction, from a gang of FBI escapees and their hostage.

Directed by Jee-woon Kim, 'The Last Stand's line-up also features Johnny Knoxville and Forest Whitaker and is due for release in the UK on 23rd January 2013.

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