Sylvester Stallone's resurgence: A streaming platform triumph
There was talk of Sylvester Stallone ending his career as early as the late '90s. For nearly a decade, the star struggled to find a new niche in Hollywood, and the films he did participate in often turned out to be spectacular flops. Now, he is once again one of the highest-paid actors.
Just two or three years ago, it seemed Sylvester Stallone was enjoying a well-deserved retirement. His boxing journey with Rocky Balboa had ended, and Rambo had spilled his last blood. The "Expendables" was still around, but the fourth installment had a tough production, with the legendary cast from the first three parts reduced, and when the film finally hit theatres, Stallone only appeared in a supporting role in just a few scenes.
However, Stallone did not give up. He likely remembered an even deeper slump in the late '90s, during which, after the failure of films like "Get Carter" and "Driven," he vanished from movie screens for several years. Lacking other offers, he played supporting roles in the French production "Taxi 3" and the children's movie "Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over."
Sylvester Stallone's star shone brightly again two years ago thanks to the film "Samaritan" and the series "Tulsa King." The actor has found his footing in the new space streaming platforms offer. His role in the Paramount+ series has been hailed as the third role of a lifetime in the Hollywood legend's acting career.
From the first scenes, Stallone demonstrates that he was born to portray the mobster Dwight "The General" Manfredi. This role stands out as one of the most significant and impressive of his career, serving as a remarkable highlight in his journey as an actor. A critic from Collider also noted how captivating it is to watch Dwight and his crew outmaneuver everyone in Tulsa and Brooklyn, ensuring the story remains engaging and far from dull.
This week, it was announced that the series "Tulsa King" will continue to develop, and at least two more seasons will be produced. This is not surprising, as on the premiere day of a new episode, the series is watched by 2 million viewers globally, and the second season saw nearly a 10% increase in viewership compared to the first. Stallone's salary is also rising. For one episode from the first series, he earned $750,000, and from the second, he earned $1.5 million. With the next series, the rate will certainly exceed $2 million.
