The premise ofRebel Ridgeinstantly drew comparisons toFirst Blood, one of Sylvester Stallone’s earliest action hits.

If it doesn’t,Rebel Ridge 2could become the first installment of just another generic action franchise.

There’s also another reasonRebel Ridge 2may focus on a bigger story: the original was a huge success.

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That could let it include even more set pieces, explosions, and a bigger story.

The continual one-upping of action sequels isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

If he continues to direct future installments in the franchise, his influence may be enough to keepRebel Ridgegrounded.

Terry Richmond (Aaaron Pierre) in Rebel Ridge and John Rambo (Sylvester Stallone) in First Blood

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No matter what solutionRebel Ridgesettles on, however, it needs to make a decision soon.

Will Rebel Ridge 2 Happen?

Aaron Pierre as Terry Richmond and Johnson a Chief Sandy in Rebel Ridge

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Sylvester Stallone as John Rambo in First Blood and Aaron Pierre as Terry Richmond in Rebel Ridge

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Aaron Pierre as Terry Richmond sitting on a chair in the hospital in Rebel Ridge

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