In the film, Rocky has long since retired but is drawn back to the boxing ring one last time. On the way he is challenged by a powerful new champion, by personal tragedy and ultimately by himself.
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boxing violence and some language
Plot: What's the story about?
"Rocky Balboa" is the next story in the saga of Philadelphia boxer Rocky Balboa, one of Hollywood's most beloved characters.
Long since retired, and with his beloved Adrian passed away and his grown son too busy to spend time with him, Philadelphia's favorite boxer is a lonely man. Running a small restaurant in his old neighborhood, Rocky passes the time by recounting stories of his glory days to his patrons.
To keep himself busy and in shape, he decides to step back into the ring against a few small-time boxers in local gyms. When an ESPN sports show runs a simulated fight between Balboa and the current champ, Mason "The Line" Dixon, Balboa wins, prompting a resurgence of interest in his illustrious career.
Presented with the opportunity to fight one last exhibition fight, Rocky accepts the challenge, despite the protests of his friends and family. Facing a powerful champion, personal tragedy and ultimately his own doubts, Rocky steps into the ring one last time to prove that he still has the heart of a champion.
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Who stars in Rocky Balboa: Cast List
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Who's making Rocky Balboa: Crew List
A look at the Rocky Balboa behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Sylvester Stallone last directed The Expendables and Rambo. The film's writer Sylvester Stallone last wrote Rambo: Last Blood and Creed II.
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William ChartoffCharles Winkler
David Winkler
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Production: What we know about Rocky Balboa?
Filming Timeline
- 2004 - December: The film was set to Completed status.
Rocky Balboa Release Date: When was the film released?
Rocky Balboa was a release in 2006 on Friday, December 22, 2006. There were 5 other movies released on the same date, including The Good Shepherd, Night at the Museum and Dreamgirls.
Rocky Balboa DVD & Blu-ray Release Date: When was the film released?
Rocky Balboa was released on DVD & Blu-ray on Tuesday, March 20, 2007 .