‘John Rambo’ Prequel Set to Take Cannes Market by Storm with Exciting Director and Writing Duo

by Annika May 21, 2025

Welcome to Cannes, where the stars, the sun, and the action never stop. This year, the Cannes market is heating up with some exciting news for action movie fans. Millennium Media, the powerhouse behind blockbuster franchises like Has Fallen, Hitman’s Bodyguard, and Expendables, has announced their latest project: ‘John Rambo’. This prequel to the 1982 cult classic First Blood will take us back to the beginning of the iconic character’s story. And with a talented director and writing duo on board, this is one movie that action fans won’t want to miss.

‘John Rambo’ Prequel Set to Take Cannes Market by Storm with Exciting Director and Writing Duo

According to sources, Millennium Media is currently in talks to launch ‘John Rambo’ at the Cannes market. The film will be directed by Jalmari Helander, known for his work on Rare Exports, Big Game, and Sisu. The screenplay will be written by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvani, the dynamic duo behind the highly anticipated Black Adam. And if that isn’t enough to get you excited, production is set to begin in October in Thailand.

While the plot of the movie is being kept under wraps, what we do know is that it will be an origin story set during the Vietnam War. This means we will get to see a younger version of John Rambo and learn about his past before he became the iconic character we know and love. As for casting, it is still in the early stages, but we can expect some big names to be attached to this highly anticipated project.

One question on everyone’s mind is whether Sylvester Stallone, the original John Rambo, will be involved in the project. While sources say that Stallone is aware of the film, he is not currently involved. However, producers have left the door open for him to join the project should a suitable role arise. After all, it’s hard to imagine anyone else playing the legendary character.

The announcement of ‘John Rambo’ has caused quite a stir in the industry and among fans. With the success of recent action films, it’s no surprise that studios are looking to capitalize on the genre. And what better way than to go back to the roots of one of the most beloved action heroes of all time? The combination of Millennium Media, Helander, and the writing duo of Haines and Noshirvani is sure to create an explosive and thrilling origin story for John Rambo.

As we wait for more details to be revealed, one thing is for sure: ‘John Rambo’ is one movie that we can’t wait to see. With the Cannes market underway, we can expect more exciting announcements and deals to be made. But for action fans, ‘John Rambo’ is definitely the one to watch. So grab your popcorn and get ready for an adrenaline-fueled cinematic experience like no other.