- Primary Subject: Sylvester Stallone's involvement in the John Rambo prequel movie
- Key Update: Sylvester Stallone has addressed his involvement in the upcoming First Blood prequel.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: March 10, 2026
- Quick Answer: Sylvester Stallone is an executive producer on the John Rambo prequel. While not appearing on-screen, he is providing creative guidance for Noah Centineo’s origin story.
With the John Rambo prequel movie currently in the works, fans have been wondering whether original star Sylvester Stallone has any involvement in the project.
Last year, it was announced that a prequel movie to First Blood was in the works, with Noah Centineo playing the younger version of the iconic character that Stallone originated. At the time, it was unknown whether the Hollywood legend had any involvement, and fans were hoping that he still would have a role in the project in some capacity.
Is Sylvester Stallone Involved in the John Rambo Prequel Movie?
In a recent social media post, Sylvester Stallone confirmed that he is involved in the making of the prequel movie, John Rambo, which is currently in production.
He joined the project as an executive producer, making him creatively involved behind-the-scenes on the prequel. In the video that he posted, he showed his copy of the script to reveal his involvement.
"Rambo has been part of my life for a very long time. A character built on resilience, survival, and the scars of war. He’s meant a lot to me and to audiences around the world for decades," the Hollywood legend wrote in the caption.
"Now we’re going back to where his story begins. I’m excited to be executive producing @JohnRamboFilm, exploring the early chapter of the man before the legend."
Noah Centineo responded to Stallone's confirmation by commenting, "Thank you, Sly."
While Stallone won't be appearing on-screen, his involvement as an executive producer still caused excitement among fans since there is an assurance from him that he has a role in the making of the project.
What to Expect in the John Rambo Prequel Movie
The film's plot is currently under wraps, but it is expected to explore John Rambo's origin story in the Vietnam War and how he became the iconic action hero that he is today.
Jalmari Helander is directing the movie. Aside from Centineo, the cast also includes Yao, Jason Tobin, Quincy Isaiah, Jefferson White, and Tayme Thapthimthong.
No release date has been set yet for the movie, but production is currently taking place in Thailand. Lionsgate is set to distribute the project.
For now, fans should wait for more news and updates regarding the prequel movie in the coming months.
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