On this Geek Freaks Headlines episode, we cover the new Rambo prequel with Noah Centineo stepping into the role as a young John Rambo during the Vietnam War. We walk through the current plan to begin filming in early 2026 with additional shooting in Thailand, the note that Sylvester Stallone is not involved, and why the franchise box office history matters for this project.
00:00 to 00:19
Casting and setting for the Rambo prequel including Noah Centineo and the Vietnam War timeline, plus early 2026 production plans and a Thailand shoot for jungle sequences.
00:19 to 00:33
Stallone’s noninvolvement and a quick look at franchise totals including the 2019 film’s performance.
00:33 to 00:43
Why the creative team mix could work and what to watch for once cameras roll.
Noah Centineo is set to headline a Rambo prequel focused on the character’s Vietnam War era.
Production is aiming for an early 2026 start with plans to film in Thailand for jungle environments.
Sylvester Stallone is not attached to the project.
The franchise has earned more than 800 million worldwide, and the 2019 entry made 92 million, which sets expectations for the new film.
The team behind the camera is positioned to deliver big action if plans hold.
“Noah Centineo is set to play a young Rambo in a prequel film set during the Vietnam War.”
“Sylvester Stallone is not involved in the movie in any way.”
“The five Rambo films have earned over 800 million worldwide.”
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