Although Stallone has announced the end of the franchise, speculation continues about “Rambo 6,” especially given the history of revisiting retired characters, including Rambo himself. Since making his debut in “First Blood,” Sylvester Stallone’s portrayal of Rambo has cemented his status as one of the most iconic action heroes of the 1980s. Despite initial assumptions that the series concluded after “Rambo III” in 1988, Stallone resurrected the character in 2008 and once again over a decade later in 2019 with “Rambo: Last Blood.”

The revival of the Rambo franchise on two occasions explains why questions about “Rambo 6” continue to be directed at Stallone. With other iconic characters of Stallone, such as Rocky Balboa and Barney Ross from “The Expendables,” also making multiple appearances beyond their supposed final outings, many dedicated fans cling to the hope that “Last Blood” may not mark the end. While the likelihood of an announcement for a release date for “Rambo 6” in the near future is slim, discussions about potential sequels have been ongoing since “Rambo: Last Blood.” The return of John Rambo, whether played by Stallone or another actor, remains a possibility worth considering.