Genre: Action / Thriller
Director: Jean‑François Richet (replacing Ric Roman Waugh)
Starring:
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Sylvester Stallone returning as Gabe Walker
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Pierce Brosnan as Ray Cooper
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Lily James as Sydney Cooper (Ray’s daughter and Gab’s mentee)
Years after surviving the deadly cable-plane heist, Gabe Walker (Stallone) is now the caretaker of a luxurious mountain lodge in the Dolomites. When an elite group of mountaineers led by Ray Cooper (Brosnan) – and his daughter Sydney (James) – are kidnapped during a high-security climb, Gabe must confront his fears and train Sydney in a high-stakes rescue mission. The sequel blends emotional legacy with pulse-pounding alpine action
🎖️ Legacy-Driven, Next-Gen Action
Following the success of sequels like Creed and Top Gun: Maverick, this film embraces the legacy format: Stallone’s Walker passes the torch to a strong new lead in Sydney, elevating both character arcs t
🏔️ Real Stunts & Alpine Epicness
The production promises immersive mountain action, shooting on-location across the Dolomites with large-format cameras. The creative team aims to replicate the original’s pulse-churning stunts—no CGI stand-ins here
💪 Star Power & Emotional Depth
Stallone returns not just as a hero but as a survivor, grappling with past traumas. Lily James brings youthful resilience, while Brosnan offers fatherly balance. This trio dynamic suggests both emotional and physical stakes
🧨 High Expectations from a Cult Classic
The original dazzled with real‑action drama at 8,000‑ft Alpine heights. Fans worry the sequel might lean too heavily on CGI rather than genuine stunt work—a key element of the franchise's appeal
📚 Balancing Tone & Physics
With a plot involving fresh kidnappers, emotional baggage, and advanced mountaineering, the film must juggle thriller pacing without overloading on clichés like “Father‑Daughter betrayal” or “alpine deus ex machina.”
Cliffhanger 2 aims to blend 1990s adrenaline with 2020s heart—a rugged mountain thriller anchored by Stallone’s legacy and rooted in a new generation’s story. If the stunts are real, the chemistry is solid, and the script honors its roots, this could become a rare, satisfying legacy sequel for action fans.
Projected Rating (pre-release): ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️☆ (4/5)
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Fans of the original Cliffhanger craving real‑world stunts and Alpine thrills
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Action audiences who love legacy characters mentoring next-gen heroes
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Viewers drawn to emotionally grounded adventure with dramatic mountain backdrops
