Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone is to end his acting career following the completion of his next film.

After finishing Rambo IV: In The Serpent's Eye, which he is also directing, Stallone will step behind the camera permanently.

According to Breaking News the Rocky star said, "After I make this I see my future as a director. I've been displeased with my last few films, as well as some in the past."

Sylvester Stallone, 60, has the embarrassing accolade of being the actor with the most Golden Raspberry Awards - a prize recognising bad movies and poor acting.