New Blood: ‘John Rambo’ Prequel Gears Up with Sisu Director at the Helm

A storm is brewing in the world of action cinema—John Rambo, a gritty new origin story, is officially locked and loaded. Directed by Finnish filmmaker Jalmari Helander (Sisu), this prequel marks the return of one of the genre’s most iconic names—only this time, it’s the beginning of the legend.

Helander, who recently made waves with his brutal WWII-set sleeper hit, now sets his sights on Rambo’s early days, long before the events of First Blood. Set against the raw and chaotic backdrop of the Vietnam War, this chapter promises to explore what forged the man behind the myth.

Action powerhouse Millennium Media is backing the project, joining forces once again with the legacy of Rambo after their work on the franchise’s later entries. The script comes courtesy of Black Adam scribes Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani, suggesting a mix of explosive spectacle and emotional depth.

While casting remains under wraps, momentum is building. Filming is targeting an October start in Thailand—boots on the ground, with the jungle calling once more. Though Sylvester Stallone isn’t currently involved, the veteran action legend is aware of the project, and all eyes are on whether he may join in a new capacity.

This isn’t just a cash-in. According to the producers, this is a love letter to the franchise—a reinvention that aims to strike a balance between nostalgia and raw, modern adrenaline. Expect bullets, blood, and brotherhood, with a young Rambo caught in a war that shapes his destiny.

Stay locked on Action Reloaded—we’ll be watching this one like a scope on a target. The war begins again soon.