Going The Distance - The Rocky Series

Join host Ryan Rebalkin and special guest John from action-elite.com as they geek out over Rambo III, Stallone's explosive Afghan adventure. From reliving 80s action glory to defending underrated sequels like Rambo: Last Blood and the Expendables series, we dive into Sly's legacy, brutal trivia battles, and why Rambo remains an iconic action hero.In this lively chat, we reminisce about growing up with Stallone films, rank the Rambo franchise among action greats, and tackle tough questions: Why does Rambo III capture 80s excess so perfectly? Is Last Blood unfairly maligned? Plus, action star debates—Tom Cruise as the last practical stunt king?—and Stallone's evolution from Rocky to war machine. Whether you're a hardcore Rambo fan or love classic action cinema, you'll walk away with fresh takes on what makes these films timeless and why we need more practical, high-octane heroes today.'It's a Long Road' explores the Rambo and Rocky worlds with deep dives, trivia, and enthusiastic