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Rambo: Last Blood (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Rambo: Last Blood is a 2019 action thriller directed by Adrian Grunberg, starring Sylvester Stallone as John Rambo, Yvette Monreal and Adriana Barraza. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $91.5 million worldwide on a $50 million budget. Critics gave it 26% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.

IMDb rating
6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
26%
worldwide gross
$91.5M
Echo Score
50
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Rambo: Last Blood (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Adrian Grunberg
Original language
English
Budget
$50M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Rambo: Last Blood About?

The premise of Rambo: Last Blood without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

After years of quiet solitude caring for horses in Arizona, a veteran’s peaceful existence is shattered when his niece, Gabriela, is kidnapped by a ruthless Mexican cartel. Driven by a fierce desire to protect her, he embarks on a perilous journey across the border, confronting dangerous adversaries in a brutal fight to rescue Gabriela and exact revenge on those responsible. The mission will force him to confront his own violent past and deliver a devastating reckoning.

Rambo: Last Blood Themes & Keywords

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  • vigilante
  • sequel
  • cartel
  • u.s. mexico border
  • prostitution
  • sex slave
  • rape and revenge
  • forced prostitution
  • fifth part
  • one man army
  • vigilante justice
  • rambo
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  • implied rape
  • slave trade
  • sex trafficking
  • mexican stereotype
  • violence
  • brutality
  • mercilessness
  • grindhouse film
  • one against many
  • sadism
  • drugged drink
  • human trafficking
  • human trafficker
  • cowboy hat
  • sawed off shotgun
  • bow and arrow
  • f word
  • profanity
  • head blown off
  • slow motion scene
  • ex soldier
  • coming out of retirement
  • stereotype
  • cultural stereotype
  • virgin
  • trafficking victim
  • mexican cartel
  • lever action rifle
  • winchester rifle
  • capitalist
  • tattooed thug
  • hoop earrings
  • american in mexico
  • turning the tables
  • loss of virginity
  • loss of innocence
  • rape of a virgin
  • love making
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Cast & crew

Rambo: Last Blood Cast & Characters

Sylvester Stallone leads the cast as John Rambo, with Yvette Monreal as Gabriela and Adriana Barraza as Maria Beltran. Directed by Adrian Grunberg; 17 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Rambo: Last Blood

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From the director

More from Adrian Grunberg

More films directed by Adrian Grunberg, best-rated first: Protector and The Black Demon.

Full filmography
Ratings

Rambo: Last Blood Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Rambo: Last Blood 26% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 50/100, strongest in sensory experience (85) and weakest in story & flow (35).

50 /100

Rambo: Last Blood Echo Score Breakdown

The film delivers uneven results with notable strengths in visceral action but shortcomings in narrative and character work. While some praise the concluding set pieces for their energy, many note a sluggish pace and superficial engagement with the protagonist’s legacy. Criticism also centers on stereotypical depictions and an underwhelming emotional core. The net result is a divisive entry that may satisfy fans seeking graphic spectacle but falls short of a coherent or resonant finale.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 55

    In terms of art and craft, the film displays competent technical execution but lacks consistent visual inventiveness. Critics note that the cinematography shows moments of striking composition in the climactic sequences, yet the production design and editing suffer from uneven pacing and reliance on gritty grunge aesthetics. While the slasher-style approach yields poetic symmetry in the finale, the net effect is mixed.

  • Character & Emotion 40

    When it comes to character and emotion, the lead performance often feels routine and disengaged. Critics observe that the protagonist’s internal struggle receives minimal development, and supporting roles remain largely underwritten. Emotional stakes hinge on vengeance rather than empathy, resulting in superficial character arcs. The overall impression is a thinly sketched emotional journey.

  • Story & Flow 35

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative is marked by predictable tropes and uneven pacing. Critics highlight a slow-burning setup that fails to sustain engagement until the final act, and the plot’s depiction of external threats lacks nuance. Although the climactic sequence injects energy, the overall arc feels derivative. The net result is a mechanically paced storyline.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    When it comes to sensory experience, the film excels in delivering visceral impact through its sound design and graphic visuals. Multiple reviews praise the relentless approach to score intensity and the punishing clarity of the sound effects during action set pieces. The visual style embraces a gritty palette that underscores the film’s brutality. Overall, it offers a striking sensory immersion.

  • Rewatch Factor 45

    When it comes to rewatch factor, the film’s emphasis on spectacle over substance limits its repeated appeal. Users note that the visceral action sequences deliver immediate gratification, but critics find little lasting resonance beyond the gore. The absence of narrative depth and character development reduces the incentive for subsequent viewings. As a result, the rewatch value remains modest.

Plot

Rambo: Last Blood Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Rambo: Last Blood from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Eleven years have passed since the turmoil in Burma, and John Rambo (Sylvester Stallone) has settled into quiet life on his late father’s horse ranch in Bowie, Arizona. Alongside his close friend, Maria Beltran (Adriana Barraza), and her granddaughter, Gabriela (Yvette Monreal), Rambo has found solace in raising and training horses. Despite this seemingly peaceful existence, Rambo remains haunted by his past, often tormented by nightmares from his time in Vietnam, and grappling with the emotional scars that linger.

Full summary

The whole story of Rambo: Last Blood, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Rambo: Last Blood Box Office & Budget

Rambo: Last Blood grossed $91.5 million worldwide on a $50 million budget, 1.8 times what it cost. $44.8 million came from the US and Canada and $46.7 million (51%) from the rest of the world.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$91.5M

1.8× its budget

US & Canada
$44.8M
International
$46.7M
Budget
$50M
US & Canada 49% Rest of the world 51%
Videos

Rambo: Last Blood Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 teasers.

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  • Teaser TV Spot: “Old School”
  • Teaser TV Spot: “Start”
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Rambo: Last Blood?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Rambo: Last Blood

40 cars on screen, including the 1992 Ford F-150 and the 2005 Dodge Ram.

All 40 cars
  • 1992 Ford F-150 in Rambo: Last Blood 1992 Ford F-150 Main role
  • 2005 Dodge Ram in Rambo: Last Blood 2005 Dodge Ram Important role
  • 1998 Honda Civic in Rambo: Last Blood 1998 Honda Civic Important role
  • 2007 Chevrolet Suburban in Rambo: Last Blood 2007 Chevrolet Suburban Minor role
Details

Rambo: Last Blood Also Known As

42 alternative titles, including “Rambo V: Last Blood” and “第一滴血5:最后的血”.

Also known as
  • Rambo V: Last Blood
  • 第一滴血5:最后的血
  • Rambo 5: Last Blood
  • 람보 5: 라스트 블러드
  • Rambo: la última misión
  • Rambo 5
  • Rambo V - Last Blood
  • ランボー ラスト・ブラッド:2019
  • 第一滴血5 終極血戰
  • Rambo: Son Qan
  • Rambo V - Last Blood (2019)
  • 第一滴血5:終極血戰
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  • 第一滴血5:最后的血 (2019)
  • Ράμπο: Το τελευταίο αίμα
  • Rambo: Son Kan
  • Rambo : Last Blood
  • Рэмбо: Последняя кровь
  • Рембо 5: Остання кров
  • Rambo - Last Blood
  • Rambo V - Utolsó vér
  • Rambo: Até o Fim
  • 藍波:最後一滴血
  • Рамбо: Последна кръв
  • 람보: 라스트 워
  • Rambo: Poslední krev
  • แรมโบ้ 5 นักรบคนสุดท้าย
  • Rambo: Ostatnia Krew
  • רמבו: המשחק האחרון
  • Rambo - A Última Batalha
  • Rambo : la dernière mission
  • Рамбо: Последња крв
  • Rambo: Zadnja kri
  • Rambo: Posledná krv
  • Rembo: Paskutinis kraujas
  • Rambo: Ultima luptă
  • Rambo: Hồi kết đẫm máu
  • ランボー ラスト・ブラッド, რემბო: უკანასკნელი სისხლი
  • Rambo: Do zadnje kapi krvi
  • Rembo: Pēdējās asinis
  • رامبو 5: الدماء الأخيرة
  • 第一滴血 5:最后的血
  • رمبو : آخرین خون

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FAQ

Rambo: Last Blood FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Rambo: Last Blood, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Rambo: Last Blood?

Rambo: Last Blood runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Rambo: Last Blood released?

Rambo: Last Blood was released on September 20, 2019.

Who directed Rambo: Last Blood?

Rambo: Last Blood was directed by Adrian Grunberg.

More films by Adrian Grunberg

Who is in the cast of Rambo: Last Blood?

Rambo: Last Blood stars Sylvester Stallone as John Rambo, Yvette Monreal as Gabriela and Adriana Barraza as Maria Beltran, among 17 credited actors.

How much did Rambo: Last Blood make at the box office?

Rambo: Last Blood grossed $91.5 million worldwide ($44.8 million domestic, $46.7 million international) on a budget of $50 million.

How is Rambo: Last Blood rated?

Rambo: Last Blood has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 26% on Rotten Tomatoes, 65% on TMDB and 2.5/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Rambo: Last Blood have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Rambo: Last Blood has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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