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Rocky III (1982)

PG | | Drama, Sport | 28 May 1982 (USA)
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After winning the ultimate title and being the world champion, Rocky falls into a hole and finds himself picked up by a former enemy.

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Storyline

After an unexpected victory, Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) has had 10 successful title defenses and is considered the Heavyweight Champion of the world. At his retirement fight, Rocky loses his spot to ruthless and dangerous challenger, Clubber Lang (Mr. T). Now that he has lost both his title to defeat and his coach, Mickey Goldmill, to a heart attack, Rocky turns to former champion, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), to get Rocky back up on his feet.

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champion | retirement | former champion | heavyweight champion | beating | See All (139) »

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Rocky III - An American Tradition... See more »

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Drama | Sport

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28 May 1982 (USA)  »

Also Known As:

Rocky, Part 3  »

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Box Office

Budget:

$17,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$16,015,408 (USA) (4 June 1982)

Gross:

$122,823,200 (USA)
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Trivia

Before the start of the second bout between Rocky and Clubber Lang, Rocky's weight is given as 191 lbs. This would have meant Rocky would be classified as a cruiser-weight, rather than a heavyweight. This would not preclude him from challenging for the heavyweight title however. The original limit was 190 lb; raised to 200 lb in 2003. That makes him a heavyweight. See more »

Goofs

At the beginning of the Rocky vs. Thunderlips match, the shadow of a boom mic is clearly visible on top of Thunderlip's head during the overhead shot of them just before he shoves Rocky and the match begins. See more »

Quotes

Apollo Creed: You know, Stallion? It's too bad we gotta get old, huh?
Rocky Balboa: Ah, just keep punchin', Apollo... you want to ring the bell?
Apollo Creed: Alright... Ding Ding.
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Crazy Credits

For the first time in the series, Tony Burton's character is credited (and referred to on screen for the first time) as Duke. See more »

Connections

Referenced in Balto III: Wings of Change (2004) See more »

Soundtracks

Eye of the Tiger
Composed and Produced by Jim Peterik and Frankie Sullivan
Performed by Survivor
Survivor appears by courtesy of Scotti Brothers Records
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is 'Rocky III' about?
Q: Isn't the minimum weight for a heavyweight fighter 200lbs? How could Rocky fight if he only weighed 191lbs?
Q: Why did Rocky lose to Clubber Lang in their first fight?
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A great flick !
1 April 2001 | by (Boston, MA) – See all my reviews

Another film worthy of a Frank Stallone sound track, Rocky 3 has been one of the biggest box office turn outs in history. Not only did every Italian American run out to see this film when it was in the theaters but it made the song "Eye of the Tiger" a national hit. Rocky 3 was also a debut film for MR. T. An excellent performance as one of the best villains in movie history. This one is not only written by Sly....it is also directed by him as well. Check it out.
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