10 Must-Watch Sylvester Stallone Films That Aren't Just Rambo And Rocky

Punching people in their face yet emotionally attaching with the audience is the Stallone Style. From being a writer to being a successful actor, the legendary action star has experienced it all.

So, on his birthday (6th July) we bring back the charm and remember 10 of his must-watch films that weren't just Rocky and Rambo. These were and still are well crafted and hard-hitting performances by the Italian Stallion. A few of them might not be the most successful one's but aren't even dramatic box office flops!

#1. Death Race 2000 - 1975

Obtaining 85% Tomatometer (by Rotten Tomatoes) rating, Death Race is a classic film that genuinely drew thrills from its ultra indifferent violence. This economical satire is Sylvester's pre-Rocky phase. The film is fun to watch and portrays his characters as a menacing maniac.

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#2. F.I.S.T. - 1978

Though F.I.S.T. was not a box office hit, still has 80% Tomatometer rating. Sylvester often preferred departing his customary masculine looks. At times he failed. F.I.S.T. too sounds like a Stallone ripping people apart kind of a film, but in reality, he succeeded in easing back on the violent conflict.

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#3. Nighthawks - 1981

In between all the parts of Rocky, Stallone did give out a few flops. Though his performance wasn't compromised, the collection couldn't be fair enough. Nighthawks was another flop, but our hero sporting the best beard look may make you want to see this flick for once!

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#4. First Blood - 1982

Once the plot kicks in, you see unstoppable action. This has been Sylvester's greatest non-Rocky hit! 87% Tomatometer rating and 7.7/10 IMDB stars prove the worth.

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#5. Oscar - 1991

"See how Sylvester is funny" has been portrayed throughout the film. This is a terrific movie. Wonderful casting and even greater soundtracks make this Sylvester Stallone film genuinely fantastic and downright entertaining!

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#6. Demolition Man - 1993

This movie is as beloved as it should be! Even after so many years passed by, this film retains its evergreen charm. Sylvester Stallone's performance was undoubtedly notable with rock solid action!

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#7. Cop Land - 1997

This film has one of the greatest performances by Sylvester Stallone. Cop Land is his gentle-giant performance until the character couldn't take it anymore! Sylvester gained around 40 pounds for his role and deservedly earned those critical applauses for the unusual appearance.

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#8. The Expendables 2 - 2012

This film secured a huge $305m box office collection worldwide. Each flagship produced in The Expendables has been most entertaining & least cinematically offensive! The film presents classic action for the fans and everything they can reasonably expect. Sylvester had been tremendous in his character, like always!

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And we couldn't help but add the two most loved Stallone movie franchises. 

#9. The Rocky Series

Let's not forget to talk about the major phases of Sylvester Stallone's career. All of the Rocky films were comeback performances. Each of the films was and still are genuinely delightful being well written along with well portrayed. All were Stallone's distant dreams, but he made them into a reality! He made each of them Oscar winning and heavy hitting!

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#10. Rambo Series

The Rambo persona too was quite a revitalizing one. The series again provided Stallone's career the healthiest of lifeline!

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Sylvester Stallone is Rocky and Rambo but is also much more than that. The two movies defined his career, but there are several others also that made him stand out as a fabulous actor.

Let us know through the comment section below if we missed any in the list. We would love to hear from you!

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