Rocky V

1990 · 104 min · EN · PG-13 · 5.8 (3,606 votes)

Dir. John G. Avildsen · Starring Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Richard Gant, Tommy Morrison, Sage Stallone · Music Bill Conti · Rocky Collection

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

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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.

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This entry feels like a gritty, melancholic reflection on legacy and the harsh realities of life after the spotlight. It's an earnest, character-driven drama exploring mentorship and the struggle for dignity amidst financial ruin, offering a more grounded, street-level look at the iconic boxer's journey. It's about finding purpose beyond the ring.

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