David Harbour has joined the cast of Lionsgate's upcoming Rambo prequel film. The Golden Globe-nominated actor will take on the role of Major Trautman, the commander of the main character Rambo, played by Noah Centineo, in this origin story directed by Jalmari Helander.

The screenplay, written by Rory Haines and Sohrab Noshirvan, will transport audiences back years before the events of the "John Rambo" film, exploring the roots and experiences that shaped Rambo, one of cinema's most enduring and complex characters. The film will delve deeply into how this legendary character came to be and the events that led him to this point.

David Harbour's addition to the cast is seen as a significant development for the project. The actor is globally recognized for his role in Stranger Things and has had a successful career with appearances in productions like The Newsroom and Black Mirror. The character of Major Trautman holds a critical position as it represents the role model of John Trautman in the original Rambo films.

The John Rambo film stands out as a reimagining of the original series that made a mark on cultural history in the early 1980s. With its prequel format, the film will shed light on Sylvester Stallone's iconic character's youth, becoming a highly anticipated project among action genre fans.