Sly

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Sly

R

Released Oct 27, 2023

1h 35m

Documentary

Biography

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For nearly 50 years Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from Rocky to Rambo to The Expendables. This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.

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Critics Consensus

A thoroughly watchable testament to Sylvester Stallone's longevity, Sly might pull its punches, but it's consistently engaging regardless.

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Tim Cogshell

FilmWeek (LAist)

This is a film about Sylvester Stallone made by people who love Sylvester Stallone.

Nov 29, 2023

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Peter Rainer

FilmWeek (LAist)

It's very pro-Sly... but be that as it may, I enjoyed it. He's a fascinating guy.

Nov 29, 2023

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John Nugent

Empire Magazine

It might follow a linear storytelling path a little too strictly, but Sylvester Stallone is a bracingly honest documentary subject, and fans in particular will take much from this look at a life and career well lived.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 13, 2023

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Dónal Lynch

Sunday Independent (Ireland)

A lively documentary how he wrote his movie career into overdrive with Rocky and worked out his Daddy issues in subsequent scripts.

Feb 5, 2024

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Bill Newcott

Movies For The Rest Of Us

Stallone offers generous clips and candid conversation, but there’s always the sense that the star, while pretending to lift the curtain on his eventful life, is illuminating his story with a mighty narrow spotlight.

Rated: 3/5

Dec 21, 2023

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Aditya Mani Jha

Firstpost

Despite playing it safe and steering clear of controversial topics, Nrtflix's Sly is a well-made, well-intentioned documentary that provides some fascinating insights into one of Hollywood's last mega-stars.

Rated: 3/5

Dec 20, 2023

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stephen b

There are moment that hint at regrets in his personal life that never materialize. Totally understand not wanting to get into in this format, but the brief allusions to it make the film seem incomplete.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

05/01/25

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matthias s

"Sly" offers a nostalgic trip through Sylvester Stallone’s filmography but falls short in revealing much about the man behind the legend. While the behind-the-scenes stories of his iconic roles are interesting, the documentary seems more like a tribute to his career than an in-depth exploration of his personality. I walked away feeling like I hadn’t learned much more about who Stallone really is. The focus on his professional life overshadows any deeper dive into his personal journey, making it easily forgettable. This would have worked better as a miniseries, allowing for a more well-rounded and insightful look into Stallone’s life. At its core, it's a decent watch for fans but lacks the substance needed to be truly memorable. 2.5/5.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

09/16/24

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Leo M

the best ending movie that I ever seen

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/25/24

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Koi P

An inspiration to believe in yourself when no one else does. Sly shares words of wisdom along with his life and experiences.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/05/24

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Luke G

A riveting and heartfelt auto-documentary on a significant 80s movie star.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/14/24

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Joaquim M

A really good doc about Sly . I found it very interesting to see and learn about his perspectives about his career and his Life .

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/10/23

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Thom Zimny

Director

Sylvester Stallone

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Quentin Tarantino

Self

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Sean M. Stuart

Producer

Braden Aftergood

Executive Producer

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Synopsis

For nearly 50 years Sylvester Stallone has entertained millions with iconic characters and blockbuster franchises, from Rocky to Rambo to The Expendables. This retrospective documentary offers an intimate look at the Oscar-nominated actor-writer-director-producer, paralleling his inspirational underdog-story with the indelible characters he has brought to life.

Director: Thom Zimny
Producer: Sean M. Stuart
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Netflix
Rating: R (Some Language)
Genre: Documentary, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 27, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 3, 2023
Runtime: 1h 35m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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