Sylvester Stallone's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Sylvester Stallone.

Sylvester Stallone is a highly acclaimed American actor and filmmaker with a career spanning over five decades. He's been recognized with a Golden Globe and Critics' Choice Award, and has been nominated for multiple Academy Awards and BAFTA Awards. Notably, Stallone is one of the few actors to have starred in a number one box-office film across six consecutive decades, highlighting his enduring popularity and success in the entertainment industry. He is best known for his roles in the Rocky and Rambo franchises.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

1977: Double Nomination for Rocky

In 1977, for the first Rocky film, Stallone became the third man in history to receive nominations for both Best Actor and Best Screenplay.

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1983: Directing "Staying Alive"

In 1983, Sylvester Stallone directed "Staying Alive," the sequel to "Saturday Night Fever," starring John Travolta. Although the film was a critical failure, it was a commercial success, ranking in the top ten most financially successful films of 1983.

1985: Continuing Success with Rocky IV and Rambo: First Blood Part II

In 1985, Sylvester Stallone continued his success with the Rocky and Rambo franchises, releasing "Rocky IV" and "Rambo: First Blood Part II". For Rocky IV, Stallone worked with Franco Columbu to develop his character's appearance. Both films were major financial successes.

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1986: Release of "Cobra" and Formation of White Eagle Enterprises

In 1986, Cannon Films released the action film "Cobra", starring Sylvester Stallone, which became a box-office success. The film's success led to the setting up of Stallone's production company, White Eagle Enterprises.

1989: Co-starring in "Tango & Cash"

In 1989, Sylvester Stallone co-starred alongside Kurt Russell in the buddy cop action film "Tango & Cash", which performed well domestically and overseas. Also in 1989, Stallone's boxing promoting company, Tiger Eye Productions, signed world champion boxers Sean O'Grady and Aaron Pryor.

1993: Comeback with "Cliffhanger" and Starring in "Demolition Man"

In 1993, Sylvester Stallone made a comeback with Renny Harlin's action thriller "Cliffhanger", which was a success in the US and worldwide. Later that year, he starred in the futuristic action film "Demolition Man", co-starring Wesley Snipes and Sandra Bullock, which also debuted at No. 1 at the box office.

1994: Starring in "The Specialist"

In 1994, Sylvester Stallone's string of hits continued with "The Specialist", co-starring Sharon Stone and directed by Luis Llosa. While critically panned, the film was a commercial success.

1997: Starring in "Cop Land"

In 1997, Sylvester Stallone starred in the crime drama "Cop Land" alongside Robert De Niro and Ray Liotta. The film was critically well-received, a modest success, and Stallone won the Stockholm International Film Festival Best Actor Award for his performance.

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1998: Voice-over Work in "Antz"

In 1998, Sylvester Stallone did voice-over work for the animated film "Antz", which was a success domestically.

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2003: Role in "Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over"

In 2003, Sylvester Stallone played a villainous role in "Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over", which was a box-office success. He also made a cameo appearance in the French film "Taxi 3".

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2006: Comeback with "Rocky Balboa"

In 2006, Sylvester Stallone had a comeback with the release of "Rocky Balboa", the sixth installment of the Rocky series. The film was a critical and commercial hit.

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January 25, 2008: Release of "Rambo"

On January 25, 2008, Sylvester Stallone reprised his role as Rambo in the fourth installment of the film franchise, titled "Rambo". The film grossed US$6,490,000 on its opening day and US$18,200,000 over its opening weekend.

August 13, 2010: Release of "The Expendables"

On August 13, 2010, Sylvester Stallone's film "The Expendables", which he wrote, directed and starred in, was released. The film grossed US$34,825,135 in its opening weekend.

December 7, 2010: Induction into International Boxing Hall of Fame

On December 7, 2010, Sylvester Stallone was voted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in the non-participant category.

August 17, 2012: Release of "The Expendables 2"

On August 17, 2012, "The Expendables 2" was released. Also in 2012, Stallone co-wrote the book for the Broadway musical adaptation of Rocky.

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2015: Stallone in Creed

In 2015, Stallone reprised his role as Rocky Balboa in Creed, a spin-off-sequel film. His portrayal earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

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