James Franco rides Sylvester Stallone's 'Rambo' legacy back into Hollywood after scandal: experts

Nearly a decade after sexual misconduct allegations derailed his Hollywood career, James Franco is inching back into the spotlight, this time with the backing of one of action cinema’s most recognizable franchises.

Industry experts told Fox News Digital that Franco’s casting in the "Rambo" universe reflects Hollywood’s long-running playbook for controversial stars: lie low, rebuild quietly and return once the outrage cools.

"This isn’t Hollywood opening the door for James Franco, it’s Lionsgate testing the lock," Aaron Evans...