Best Sylvester Stallone Movies List: Top 5

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Rocky movie posterSylvester “Sly” Stallone is one of the older generation iconic action film stars. Though some would argue that his pure talent as a versatile film actor is questionable, Stallone is a rare actor that has managed to attach himself to two recognizable and impacting characters – Rocky and Rambo. These iconic roles are heavily emphasized among the best Sylvester Stallone movies list, even though he has some other notable titles in his credits.

Stallone recently put together a cast of fellow legends of action film in the movie The Expendables. While this film is not on the top 5 Sylvester Stallone movies list, it does symbolize the persona that Stallone has established over the course of his long running career.

This best Sylvester Stallone movies list features the top Sylvester Stallone films of all time, including only films that he has starred in that have already released. In order to be included in this top 5 Sylvester Stallone movies list, each film must have been critically and/or commercially successful, had long-lasting impact in entertainment, and Sly Stallone must have played a prominent role. Author discretion is the final criteria used to distinguish these best Sylvester Stallone films.

Top 5 Best Sylvester Stallone Movies List

5. Cop Land (1997) - The lone non-Rocky, non-Rambo inclusion on the best Sylvester Stallone movies list. A stellar cast including Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, and Ray Liotta co-star in this mob movie.

4. Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) - A nice follow up to the iconic original Rambo film. Stallone is great as John Rambo post-prison days.

3. Rocky II (1979) - An excellent follow up that carried the same nice blend of up-and-coming boxing star trying to balance his sports career with starting a family. Some would argue this was the final good Rocky movie, though patriotic fans appreciate Rocky IV as well.

2. Rambo: First Blood (1982) - Rambo is one of the toughest film characters ever depicted and Stallone was a brilliant fit. This over-the-top fictional action flick gets extra points for its dramatic connection to the Vietnam War, which was not long ended when the film was released.

1. Rocky (1976) - Sly established his first iconic character in this multiple Oscar-winner, including Best Picture. Ranks with Raging Bull (1980) as one of the top boxing films ever.

Other top Sylvester Stallone movies considered for the list: Tango & Cash (1989), Rambo III (1988), Cobra (1986), Rocky IV (1985)

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2 Comments for “Best Sylvester Stallone Movies List: Top 5”

  1. chrelyn

    how can i quote this information in a research report? i am writing a research report about Sylvester Stallone. You have any suggestions for other interesting topics about him?thanks a lot.

    • Neil

      Well, you could focus on the intrigue of his career centering largely on two movie franchises. You could research the controversy about his alleged link to steroids.

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