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Stallone: First Blood is My Best Action Film
23 Aug
Summary
- Sylvester Stallone called 'First Blood' his best action film.
- The 1982 film 'First Blood' holds a 7.7 IMDb and 86% Rotten Tomatoes score.
- The Rambo franchise spanned from 1982 to 2019 with five films.
Sylvester Stallone has identified the 1982 classic "First Blood" as the pinnacle of his action filmography. He stated in a 2026 interview that the movie, which he considers a "pure" action film, best represents his body of work in the genre.
Released in 1982, "First Blood" introduced John Rambo, a Vietnam veteran portrayed by Stallone. Directed by Ted Kotcheff and based on David Morrell's novel, the film garnered significant critical praise, achieving a 7.7/10 on IMDb and an 86% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The enduring popularity of "First Blood" spawned a successful franchise that continued for decades. Sequels included "Rambo: First Blood Part II" (1985), "Rambo III" (1988), "Rambo" (2008), and the final installment, "Rambo: Last Blood" (2019).
