Rambo III (1988)
A lone warrior's quest to rescue his mentor unleashes relentless, pulpy action across a war-torn landscape.
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.
How intense is Rambo III?
Rambo III is not scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Rambo III feels like
- Tone
- grittyepicpulpysuspenseful
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Rambo III
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Is Rambo III for you?
Is Rambo III scary?
No. Rambo III is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Rambo III gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Rambo III sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Rambo III OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Rambo III?
Rambo III runs 1h 42m.
Where can I stream Rambo III?
Rambo III is streaming on AMC+, Hoopla, Pluto TV and YouTube (free).
Does Rambo III have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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