Rocky 1976
“His whole life was a million-to-one shot.”
What is Rocky?
Rocky is a 1976 American sports drama film. The film is directed by John G.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 3, 1976
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Winkler Films
- Budget
- $1,000,000
- Revenue
- $117,253,345
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Rocky is a 1976 American sports drama film. The film is directed by John G. Avildsen and written by and starring Sylvester Stallone. It is about a small-time Philadelphia boxer, Rocky Balboa, who seems to be going nowhere. However, when a stroke of fate puts him in the ring with a world heavyweight champion, Rocky sees it as his one shot at the big time. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for him to go the distance and come out a winner. The film is a rags-to-riches story about the American Dream. It is a drama film that explores the life of a small-time boxer who gets a chance to fight a world heavyweight champion. The film is rated PG and was released in the US on December 3, 1976. It is a story about perseverance and determination, as Rocky Balboa tries to make the most of his unexpected opportunity.
Should you watch it?
“A struggling club fighter receives a life-changing opportunity to compete against a world heavyweight champion.”
- compelling underdog story
- focus on personal growth
- slow-paced character development
Watch it if you enjoy classic underdog sports dramas about personal perseverance.
The film contains scenes of boxing violence.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The main character is a Philadelphia club fighter named Rocky Balboa.
What is the premise of the film?
A club fighter gets a chance to fight a world heavyweight champion.
Is this a sports movie?
Yes, the film centers on a boxing match.
What is the setting?
The story takes place in Philadelphia.
Is this a true story?
The synopsis describes a fictional narrative about a club fighter.