Rocky IV 1985
“He's facing the ultimate challenge. And fighting for his life.”
What is Rocky IV?
Rocky Balboa is the world heavyweight champion. A new challenger emerges with the backing of the Soviet Union.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 21, 1985
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- United Artists, Chartoff Productions, Winkler Films
- Budget
- $31,000,000
- Revenue
- $300,473,716
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Rocky Balboa is the world heavyweight champion. A new challenger emerges with the backing of the Soviet Union. This fighter is described as six-foot-four and 261 pounds. Rocky's training regimen takes him to Siberia, where he prepares for a globally televised match in Moscow. The match is a high-stakes event, with Rocky facing an opponent who presents a formidable challenge. The fight is to be held in the heart of Moscow, and it will be broadcast worldwide. The stakes are not only personal, but also national, as Rocky must defend not only himself but also the honor of his country.
Should you watch it?
“Rocky Balboa faces his most imposing challenger yet in a high-stakes match representing national honor.”
- features a formidable new antagonist
- includes international training sequences
- focuses heavily on spectacle over traditional narrative depth
Watch it if you enjoy high-stakes sports dramas centered on a world heavyweight champion.
The film is rated PG and depicts intense physical conflict in a sporting context.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the main antagonist?
The main challenger is Drago, a large fighter backed by the Soviet Union.
Where does the final fight take place?
The climactic match is held in Moscow.
What is the setting for the training sequence?
Rocky travels to Siberia to prepare for his upcoming fight.
What is Rocky Balboa's status at the start of the film?
He holds the world heavyweight championship.
When was the film released?
The film was released in 1985.