Rocky II
"Once he fought for a dream. Now he's fighting for love!"
Originally released in 1979. Rocky II is a drama film. directed by Sylvester Stallone.
Starring Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, and Burt Young
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 15, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 59m
119 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (4,662 votes)
Budget
$7M
Production budget
Box Office
$85.2M
12.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sylvester Stallone
as Robert 'Rocky' Balboa
Talia Shire
as Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
Burt Young
as Paulie Pennino
Carl Weathers
as Apollo Creed
Burgess Meredith
as Mickey Goldmill
Tony Burton
as Tony 'Duke' Evers
Joe Spinell
as Tony Gazzo
Leonard Gaines
as Agent
Sylvia Meals
as Mary Anne Creed
Frank McRae
as Meat Foreman (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $7,000,000
- Revenue
- $85,187,855
Production Companies
- United Artists
- Chartoff-Winkler Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky II about?
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 Cree...
Who directed Rocky II?
Rocky II was directed by Sylvester Stallone.
How long is Rocky II?
Rocky II has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was Rocky II released?
Rocky II was released on June 15, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rocky II?
The main cast of Rocky II includes Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess Meredith.
Is Rocky II worth watching?
Rocky II has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 4,662 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.