First Blood

1982 · 1h 33m · Released

R Action, Thriller, Drama

When former Green Beret John Rambo is harassed by local law enforcement and arrested for vagrancy, he is forced to flee into the mountains and wage an escalating one-man war against his pursuers.

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Ted Kotcheff Director

Sylvester Stallone John Rambo

Richard Crenna Col. Samuel Trautman

Brian Dennehy Hope Sheriff Will Teasle

Bill McKinney State Police Capt. Dave Kern

Jack Starrett Deputy Sgt. Arthur Galt

Michael Talbott Deputy Balford

Chris Mulkey Deputy Ward

John McLiam Orval the Dog Man

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Frequently asked questions about First Blood

Where can I watch First Blood?

First Blood is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What is First Blood about?

When former Green Beret John Rambo is harassed by local law enforcement and arrested for vagrancy, he is forced to flee into the mountains and wage an escalating one-man war against his pursuers.

Who stars in First Blood?

First Blood stars Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Brian Dennehy, Bill McKinney, and Jack Starrett.

When did First Blood come out?

First Blood was released in 1982.

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