Rambo fanatics learned that Sylvester Stallone’s Sylvester Stallone once toyed with an AI Rambo prequel, but the concept was shelved after the Noah Centineo‑led project took over.
Stallone’s AI Idea
In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Stallone explained he wanted to use artificial intelligence to recreate a younger version of himself and rewrite Rambo’s early life – making him a valedictorian and prom king before the Vietnam war. He said the plan stalled, and the studio moved forward with the new film starring Noah Centineo.
Why AI Might Not Fit Rambo
Stallone expressed discomfort with the notion of an AI‑generated John Rambo, noting that de‑aging actors is one thing, but creating an entire character through AI veers into uncanny‑valley territory. He also highlighted broader audience resistance to AI in entertainment and the impact on creative jobs.
For those curious about the franchise, the original Rambo (2008) remains a touchstone, while Lionsgate continues to develop new entries on its official site
Source: JoBlo.
