Sylvester Stallone's Forgotten Superhero Thriller Storms Onto Streaming Again

*Samaritan*, directed by Julius Avery, stars Sylvester Stallone as Joe Smith, a reclusive neighbor suspected of being the long-lost superhero Samaritan. The story follows Sam Cleary (Javon "Wanna" Walton) as he tries to convince Joe to return and combat a new threat in Granite City. The film blends elements of a gritty, grounded superhero narrative, reminiscent of *Logan*, with Stallone portraying a blue-collar hero who eschews high-tech gadgets.

Despite mixed critical reception, *Samaritan* resonated with audiences on Prime Video, leading to Amazon's announcement of a sequel in 2023. However, updates on *Samaritan 2* have been scarce.

In related news, Sylvester Stallone is also busy with his role in *Tulsa King*. A behind-the-scenes photo shared by Stallone on Facebook teased the return of Dwight Manfredi in Season 4, currently in production. The series has been a significant success for Paramount+, ranking as its top global original in 2024.

*Samaritan* is currently available on Prime Video and will be streaming on Tubi starting April 1.

Yes, *Samaritan 2* is in development, with Sylvester Stallone set to return.

While an exact premiere date hasn't been announced, it is expected to be released sometime in late 2026.

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