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Rocky

Play trailer 1:39 Poster for Rocky PG Released Dec 1, 1976 1h 59m Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), a small-time boxer from working-class Philadelphia, is arbitrarily chosen to take on the reigning world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), when the undefeated fighter's scheduled opponent is injured. While training with feisty former bantamweight contender Mickey Goldmill (Burgess Meredith), Rocky tentatively begins a relationship with Adrian (Talia Shire), the wallflower sister of his meat-packer pal Paulie (Burt Young).
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This story of a down-on-his-luck boxer is thoroughly predictable, but Sylvester Stallone's script and stunning performance in the title role brush aside complaints.

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Pauline Kael The New Yorker Rocky is a threadbare patchwork of old-movie bits, yet it's engaging, and the naive elements are emotionally effective. Jan 20, 2024 Full Review John Pym Sight & Sound Rocky, Stallone's alter ego, is sufficiently engaging to make one forget, momentarily at least, the script's milk-fed lack of originality. Feb 6, 2020 Full Review Kathleen Carroll New York Daily News Like the movies of Frank Capra, Rocky is a glowing tribute to the human spirit - a chin-up reminder that the decent, little guys of the world often accomplish the impossible if only because they try so hard. Feb 24, 2016 Full Review Grant Watson Fiction Machine The story is simple, and it’s told in a very traditional Hollywood fashion, but it’s entirely about people in which the audience can believe and recognise. Rated: 10/10 Feb 6, 2024 Full Review Elisa Guimarães Collider John G. Avildsen’s movie packs more feelings than punches. Feb 1, 2024 Full Review Mark Johnson Awards Daily The ultimate tale of the underdog. Rocky beautifully encapsulates the essence of the blue-collar worker, drawing a striking parallel to Sylvester Stallone’s own journey before this monumental breakthrough. Jun 8, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Steven C Such a classic. Was able to show this awesome movie to a younger generation and I'm sure they are fans now. Just wished Starlight was showing all of the Rocky movies in theaters. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/22 Full Review Jason R The single greatest movie in the history of movies. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/20/22 Full Review jon t An absolute classic. Stallone's masterpiece. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/21/24 Full Review Shaun R Best film ever? Quite possibly. Has there ever been a more relatable and likeable character that Rocky? Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/17/24 Full Review Troy Minh C An absolute classic that still holds up to this day. From Rocky being a dynamic protagonist who isn’t 100% a great guy, he goes on to put up a great fight and not win. It’s unpredictable and it’s fantastic. This film is such a classic that films, stories, and other entertainment still try to mimic its power. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/13/24 Full Review Fer S I rarely consider a movie a Must-See. This one deserves it all!! Just great. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/07/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Rocky: Official Clip - Gonna Fly Now Rocky: Official Clip - Gonna Fly Now 2:44 Rocky: Official Clip - Breakfast of Champions Rocky: Official Clip - Breakfast of Champions 1:20 Rocky: Official Clip - Rocky's Wasted Talent Rocky: Official Clip - Rocky's Wasted Talent 1:05 Rocky: Official Clip - Date at the Ice Rink Rocky: Official Clip - Date at the Ice Rink 3:16 Rocky: Official Clip - Women Weaken Legs Rocky: Official Clip - Women Weaken Legs 1:25 Rocky: Official Clip - Pain and Experience Rocky: Official Clip - Pain and Experience 3:32 Rocky: Official Clip - The Meat Locker Rocky: Official Clip - The Meat Locker 2:02 Rocky: Official Clip - Paulie Breaks Down Rocky: Official Clip - Paulie Breaks Down 2:31 Rocky: Official Clip - Adrian! Rocky: Official Clip - Adrian! 2:26 Rocky: Official Clip - Creed Gets Knocked Down Rocky: Official Clip - Creed Gets Knocked Down 2:51 View more videos
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Synopsis Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), a small-time boxer from working-class Philadelphia, is arbitrarily chosen to take on the reigning world heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), when the undefeated fighter's scheduled opponent is injured. While training with feisty former bantamweight contender Mickey Goldmill (Burgess Meredith), Rocky tentatively begins a relationship with Adrian (Talia Shire), the wallflower sister of his meat-packer pal Paulie (Burt Young).
Director
John G. Avildsen
Producer
Irwin Winkler, Robert Chartoff
Screenwriter
Sylvester Stallone
Distributor
CBS/Fox, United Artists, MGM/UA Home Entertainment Inc.
Production Co
United Artists
Rating
PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 1, 1976, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 31, 2015
Runtime
1h 59m
Sound Mix
Mono
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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