Lionsgate Sets June 4, 2027 Release Date for 'John Rambo' Prequel Starring Noah Centineo
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· 2 sourcesLionsgate has set a June 4, 2027 release date for the prequel film "John Rambo," which will explore the origin story of the iconic soldier before the events of 1982's "First Blood," Deadline reported. Noah Centineo takes over the role from Sylvester Stallone, with Jalmari Helander directing, according to the outlet. Variety noted the film will debut in a competitive summer window alongside major releases from Disney, Sony, and Warner Bros.
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Lionsgate has set a June 4, 2027 release date for the prequel film "John Rambo," which will explore the origin story of the iconic soldier before the events of 1982's "First Blood." Noah Centineo takes over the role from Sylvester Stallone, with Jalmari Helander (Sisu) directing. The film opens in the post-Memorial Day frame alongside Disney/Lucasfilm's "Star Wars: Starfighter" and an untitled Paramount feature.
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· 4 pulledLionsgate will open their prequel John Rambo on June 4 next year.
John Rambo explores the soldier's origin story and the events preceding 1982's First Blood.
Noah Centineo is taking over the bandana and the 420 J2 stainless steel blade from Sylvester Stallone, who made the character famous.
John Rambo is directed by Jalmari Helander (Sisu).
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