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Rocky II

1979Movie1 h 59 minPG

Drama
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3Letterboxd3.8/5Metacritic618.2Rotten Tomatoes68%82%

A nerve-racking, cathartic drama movie about sports and everyday modern life, with standout performances and score.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Once he fought for a dream. Now he's fighting for love!

After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.

Feels like

  • Classic Boxing Drama
  • Underdog Redemption Arc
  • Iconic Sports Sequel
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Stallone's Directorial Debut
  • Romantic Partnership Dynamics
  • Training Montage Mastery
  • Raging Bull Precursor Vibe
  • American Dream Struggle

Cast

24 of 38

Crew

Directed by
Sylvester Stallone
Written by
Sylvester Stallone
Produced by
Irwin Winkler, Robert Chartoff
Music by
Bill Conti

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Facts

June 15, 1979 · 1 h 59 min · PG

Released
June 15, 1979
Runtime
1 h 59 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence
Genres
Drama, Action
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$7 million
Box office
$200 million
Available in
135 countries

Tropes

Redemption Quest, I Am Not Left-Handed, Bridal Carry +9

  • Redemption Quest
  • I Am Not Left-Handed
  • Bridal Carry
  • Heroic Rematch
  • Gone Horribly Right
  • Real Life Writes the Plot
  • Big Bad
  • The Runner-Up Takes It All
  • Combat Pragmatist
  • Happy Ending Override
  • Are You Sure You Can Drive This Thing?
  • Franchise Codifier

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Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Rocky II?"

Questions about Rocky II

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Rocky II?

PrimeParamount+YouTube TV

In the United States, Rocky II streams on Prime, Paramount+, and YouTube TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. It also streams in 29 other countries.

Is Rocky II worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70 (IMDb 7.3, Letterboxd 3.8 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 61). Audiences rate it higher (78 out of 100) than critics (65).

Is Rocky II okay for kids?

PGViolence

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will I feel good after watching Rocky II?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 5 for wholesome.

Is Rocky II good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Was Rocky II a box office hit?

Budget$7 million
Box office$200 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $7 million to make and earned $200 million worldwide, 28.6 times its budget.