Sylvester Stallone Reveals AI De-Aging Pitch for Rambo Prequel Amid New Young Lead Plans

Sylvester Stallone once proposed using AI technology to digitally de-age himself to portray a teenage John Rambo in a prequel, an idea he revealed on The Playlist's Bingeworthy podcast. Despite skepticism, Stallone believed AI was sophisticated enough to recreate an 18-year-old Rambo convincingly, though the concept did not materialize, with Noah Centineo now set to play young Rambo in an upcoming prequel. Stallone acknowledged the challenge for Centineo, noting the difficulty of stepping into a role so strongly associated with him. Meanwhile, Stallone has embraced AI's potential despite mixed reactions to digital de-aging in film, emphasizing his commitment to the Rambo franchise and his desire to innovate. In a related career note, Stallone's collaboration with writer Taylor Sheridan shifted from a shelved Rambo project to the successful series Tulsa King, where Stallone plays a mobster adapting to new surroundings. This evolution highlights Stallone's adaptability and continued influence in both film and television.