Rambo III (1988) follows John Rambo, played by Sylvester Stallone, as he continues to grapple with his past while seeking solace in a remote monastery in Thailand. The film begins with Rambo living a quiet life, away from the violence he once knew. However, his peaceful existence is disrupted when his former commander, Colonel Trautman (Richard Crenna), is captured by Soviet forces during a mission in Afghanistan.

Determined to rescue Trautman, Rambo springs into action, re-entering the world of combat and guerrilla warfare. He travels to Afghanistan, where he teams up with local mujahideen fighters who are resisting the Soviet invasion. The film showcases intense action sequences as Rambo trains the fighters, engages in fierce battles, and devises a plan to infiltrate a heavily fortified Soviet base.