Dwayne Johnson’s 2018 monster movie Rampage is experiencing a major revival, seven years after its theatrical release. Following its debut on Prime Video on January 26, 2025, the action-packed film has climbed the streaming charts, proving once again that Johnson’s films have lasting appeal.
Rampage Climbs the Streaming Charts
Based on the 1986 arcade game, Rampage follows Davis Okoye (Johnson), a primatologist and former soldier, as he teams up with a giant gorilla named George to stop mutated creatures from destroying Chicago. The film, despite receiving mixed reviews, became a financial success, earning $428 million worldwide against a budget of $120–140 million.
Now, the movie’s resurgence on streaming is undeniable. According to Flixpatrol, Rampage ranked as the Number 4 film on Prime Video in the U.S. as of January 30, 2025, outperforming several major titles, including The Equalizer and The Fall Guy. Only Unstoppable, Jurassic World, and Blink Twice ranked higher.
Why Rampage Still Resonates
Johnson has built a career on high-energy action films, and Rampage stands out due to its larger-than-life monster battles. Unlike his more traditional action films, this one taps into the popularity of kaiju-style destruction, similar to Godzilla and King Kong.
The film was the third and final collaboration between Johnson and director Brad Peyton, following Journey 2: The Mysterious Island (2012) and San Andreas (2015), both of which were also box office hits. While a sequel to Rampage was once considered, Johnson’s production company, Seven Bucks, shifted focus to other projects like Moana (live-action), Fast & Furious 11, and a new Jumanji sequel.
Johnson’s Action Legacy Lives On
The success of Rampage on streaming highlights Johnson’s continued draw in the action genre. Unlike his 2018 film Skyscraper, which underperformed with $304.9 million on a $129 million budget, Rampage benefited from its unique concept. With video game adaptations gaining popularity in Hollywood, Rampage may have been ahead of its time.
While a Rampage 2 seems unlikely, its recent resurgence proves that audiences still enjoy Johnson’s high-stakes, over-the-top action films—especially when they involve giant monsters.
