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Rocky V

1990·Movie
1h 44min·PG-13
IMDb5.4Metacritic555.6Rotten Tomatoes31%31%

Where to watch

Paramount+PhiloAMC+YouTube TVAMC

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Rocky V fingerprint

Striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Violence6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Sports, everyday modern life, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

In Russia, he fought the greatest fight of his life. Now...where does a champion go when he takes off the gloves?

A lifetime of taking shots has ended Rocky’s career, and a crooked accountant has left him broke. Inspired by the memory of his trainer, however, Rocky finds glory in training and takes on an up-and-coming boxer.
Boxing DramaSports LegacyMentorship StoryFinancial RuinRocky FranchiseEmotional StruggleFamily LoyaltyUnderdog SpiritTribute Film

Crew

Directed by:
John G. Avildsen, Hope R. Goodwin, Richard Wright
Written by:
Sylvester Stallone, Sylvester Stallone
Produced by:
Irwin Winkler, Tony Munafo, Robert Chartoff
Composed by:
Bill Conti, Gary A. Hecker, Doc Kane

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Questions about Rocky V

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Where can I stream Rocky V legally?

Paramount+PhiloAMC+YouTube TVAMC

Rocky V is included with a subscription to Paramount+, Philo, AMC+, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Rocky V worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 31%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Rocky V rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Rocky V?

1 h 44 min

Rocky V runs 1 h 44 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Rocky V?

Critics43
Audiences47

Yes. Critics average 43 and audiences 47 out of 100, so both groups see Rocky V much the same way.

Was Rocky V a box office hit?

Budget$42 million
Box office$120 million

Yes. It cost about $42 million to make and earned $120 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.

What language is Rocky V in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Rocky V?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Rocky V in 137 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Rocky V use?

Darker and EdgierAbusive ParentsVillainous RespectDidn't Think This ThroughOnly in It for the MoneyAlways Someone BetterFur and LoathingCorrupt Corporate ExecutiveOh, Crap!Non-Action Big BadThe ChessmasterPlot-Mandated Friendship Failureand 64 more

TV Tropes lists 76 storytelling tropes for Rocky V, including Darker and Edgier, Abusive Parents, Villainous Respect.