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Rocky

  • 19761976
  • PGPG
  • 2h
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
585K
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Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire in Rocky (1976)
A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
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A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
585K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
340
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    • John G. Avildsen
    • Sylvester Stallone
  • Stars
    • Sylvester Stallone
    • Talia Shire
    • Burt Young
    • John G. Avildsen
    • Sylvester Stallone
  • Stars
    • Sylvester Stallone
    • Talia Shire
    • Burt Young
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 808User reviews
    • 193Critic reviews
    • 70Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
  • Top rated movie #211
    • Won 3 Oscars

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    Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone and Burgess Meredith in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone, John G. Avildsen, and Burgess Meredith in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire in Rocky (1976)
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    Sylvester Stallone, Carl Weathers, and Lou Fillipo in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone and Burgess Meredith in Rocky (1976)
    Burgess Meredith in Rocky (1976)
    Talia Shire in Rocky (1976)
    Sylvester Stallone and Talia Shire in Rocky (1976)

    Top cast

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    Sylvester Stallone
    Sylvester Stallone
    • Rocky Balboa
    Talia Shire
    Talia Shire
    • Adrian
    Burt Young
    Burt Young
    • Paulie
    Carl Weathers
    Carl Weathers
    • Apollo Creed
    Burgess Meredith
    Burgess Meredith
    • Mickey
    Thayer David
    Thayer David
    • Jergens
    Joe Spinell
    Joe Spinell
    • Gazzo
    Jimmy Gambina
    Jimmy Gambina
    • Mike
    Bill Baldwin
    Bill Baldwin
    • Fight Announcer
    Al Silvani
    Al Silvani
    • Cut Man
    • (as Al Salvani)
    George Memmoli
    George Memmoli
    • Ice Rink Attendant
    Jodi Letizia
    Jodi Letizia
    • Marie
    Diana Lewis
    Diana Lewis
    • TV Commentator
    George O'Hanlon
    George O'Hanlon
    • TV Commentator
    Larry Carroll
    Larry Carroll
    • TV Interviewer
    Stan Shaw
    Stan Shaw
    • Dipper
    Don Sherman
    Don Sherman
    • Bartender
    Billy Sands
    Billy Sands
    • Club Fight Announcer
      • John G. Avildsen
      • Sylvester Stallone
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    • Trivia
      After producers Irwin Winkler and Robert Chartoff became interested in the script, they offered Sylvester Stallone an unprecedented $350,000 for the rights. He had $106 in the bank and no car, and was trying to sell his dog because he couldn't afford to feed him, but he refused to sell unless they agreed to allow him to star in the film. They agreed, on the condition that Stallone continue to work as a writer without a fee, and that he work as an actor for scale. After Winkler and Chartoff purchased the film, they took it to United Artists, who envisioned a budget of $2 million with an established star, particularly Robert Redford, Ryan O'Neal, Burt Reynolds, Nick Nolte or James Caan. When Winkler and Chartoff told United Artists that they could only get the screenplay if Stallone starred, United Artists cut the budget to $1 million and had Chartoff and Winkler sign agreements that they would be personally liable if the film went over budget. The final cost was $1.1 million. Chartoff and Winkler mortgaged their houses for the last $100,000.
    • Goofs
      During the big fight, the arena is clearly empty at times. This is because only 50 extras could be afforded for the scenes, and despite cinematographer James Crabe's best efforts to hide this fact, occasionally, if one looks hard enough, one can see most of the arena is empty.
    • Quotes

      Adrian: Why do you wanna fight?

      Rocky: Because I can't sing or dance.

    • Crazy credits
      Butkus the dog is credited as "Butkus Stallone".
    • Alternate versions
      In the DVD, the Dolby Digital & DTS 5.1 tracks omit a short musical cue of Rocky's theme when the bell rings at the end of the 15th round, which is present in the original mono soundtrack.
    • Connections
      Edited into Rocky IV (1985)
    • Soundtracks
      Take Me Back
      Music & Lyrics by Frank Stallone

      Performed by Valentine

    User reviews808

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    10/10
    Changed My Life
    "Your gonna eat lightning and your gonna crap thunder"

    Rocky is about a poor boxer living his life in Philadalphia. His life changes when an invitation from the heavyweight champ Apollo Creed is given to him.

    Romance, Drama, Fight.

    Story- With minimum resources and low money, this movie was an underdog itself. Stallone wrote it and fought to play Rocky. When they were low on resources, they changed the story all together and made it even better. The story is flawless and keeps you on the edge of your seat. 9/10

    Music- The best thing about the movie itself. The music in this movie is guaranteed to give you goosebumps every time you watch it. Bill Conti gives you an excellent score throughout the movie, including the famous "gonna fly now". 10/10

    Acting- 4 nominated performances in this movie. The acting is very good as well, especially Burgess Meredith who offers one of the greatest acts I have ever seen. Stallone plays Rocky Balboa and changes his voice very well to be Rocky. He did a very good job. Talia Shire plays Adrian, a shy pet store owner who has never had a BF before. She did a good job as well. Burt Young plays the drunkard Paulie. Burgess Merideth plays the boxing trainer Mickey. I have never seen a better performance. 9.5/10

    Stallone fought for this triumphant movie that made me want to go the distance (sounds corny but its true). It made me strive to work harder and not give up. If you haven't seen this, buy it and watch it. I'll guarantee it will change you too. A classic.

    I give it a perfect 10/10
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    • Jan 9, 2005

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    FAQ24

    • What's the difference between the theatrical release version and the director's cut version?
    • Why should Rock let Mickey manage and train him? Mickey has basically called Rocky a POS in front of the entire gym. Was Mickey just trying to make a name for himself?
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    • Release date
      • December 3, 1976 (Canada)
      • United States
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      • MGM
      • English
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    • Filming locations
      • 1818 East Tusculum Street, Kensington, North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
    • Production company
      • Chartoff-Winkler Productions
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