Rambo III
1988, English. Directed by Peter MacDonald.
The first was for himself. The second was for his country. This time is for his friend.
Combat has taken its toll on Rambo, but he's finally begun to find inner peace in a monastery. When Rambo's friend and mentor Col. Trautman asks for his help on a top secret mission to Afghanistan, Rambo declines but must reconsider when Trautman is captured.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 3,654 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Rambo III
Rambo III is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 24 May 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Sylvester Stallone, Sheldon Lettich
- Budget
- $63M
- Box office
- $189M
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Rambo III: quick answers
What should I watch before Rambo III?
Watch First Blood (1982) and Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) first.
What comes after Rambo III?
Next in the series: Rambo (2008), Rambo: Last Blood (2019), and John Rambo (2027).
Is Rambo III worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 3,654 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Rambo III?
Rambo III runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Rambo III have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Rambo III. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Rambo III parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Rambo III is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Rambo III on?
Rambo III is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Rambo III?
If you liked Rambo III, try Missing in Action, Rambo, Accident Man.
Who directed Rambo III?
Rambo III (1988) was directed by Peter MacDonald and stars Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Marc de Jonge.