Rocky
Action, Drama, Sports
MGM/UA  (1976) 119 mins PG (Parental Guidance)

8.0 (68,253 votes) Top 250: #244
Rocky is the feel-good story about an impoverish boxer, Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), who bids his time working as a debt collector, competing in small fights, and swooning his love, the shy but lovable Adrian (Talia Shire). When offered the fight of a lifetime against World Heavyweight Champion, Apollo Creed, he must overcome many hurdles from his past. With the help of his persistant trainer, Mickey (Burgess Meridith), some unorthodox training methods, and his motivating energy, the Italian Stallion is ready for the challenge. Rocky's charmingly simple characteristics make him a hero in the hearts of all viewers....

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Cast and Crew
Sylvester Stallone  ......  Rocky Balboa
Talia Shire  ......  Adrianna Pennino
Burt Young  ......  Paulie
Carl Weathers  ......  Apollo Creed
Burgess Meredith  ......  Mickey
Thayer David  ......  Jergens
Director  .....  John G. Avildsen
Producer  .....  Robert Chartoff; Irwin Winkler
Writer  .....  Sylvester Stallone
Cinematography  .....  James Crabe
Musician  .....  Bill Conti
Notes
Goofs:
Crew or equipment visible: In the Morning Run scene, the camera zooms out as Rocky runs down the street. The lighting equipment is visible at the top of the screen, right above the farthest building. (more)

Trivia:
The single most expensive cost on the film was make-up. (more)

Filming Locations:
1818 East Tusculum Street, Kensington, North Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA (more)

Quotes:
Rocky: Well, ya see, sir I understand you're lookin' for sparrin' partners for Apollo, and I jus' want ta let ya know that I am very available. (more)

Awards:
Won 3 Oscars. Another 15 wins & 19 nominations (more)