Cast of First Blood

John Rambo, a troubled Vietnam veteran who becomes the target of a manhunt led by Sheriff Will Teasle.

Col. Samuel Trautman, Rambo's former commanding officer who tries to reason with him and the law enforcement officials.

Hope Sheriff Will Teasle, the aggressive and stubborn sheriff who initiates the conflict with Rambo.

State Police Capt. Dave Kern, involved in the search for Rambo after the initial confrontation.

Deputy Sgt. Arthur Galt, one of the deputies involved in the manhunt for Rambo.

Deputy Balford, a member of the Sheriff's department that gets entangled in the conflict with Rambo.

Deputy Ward, another law enforcement officer involved in the search for Rambo.

Orval the Dog Man, a local eccentric figure who witnesses some of the events in the film.

Deputy Lester, part of the group of deputies trying to capture Rambo in the woods.

Deputy Mitch, one of the law enforcement officers involved in the manhunt for Rambo.

Deputy Shingleton, part of the sheriff's department pursuing Rambo through the wilderness.

Preston, a character in the film who is part of the local community affected by the conflict.