Rocky Balboa (2006)
An aging legend steps back into the ring for one last gritty, earnest fight.
When he loses a highly publicized virtual boxing match to ex-champ Rocky Balboa, reigning heavyweight titleholder Mason Dixon retaliates by challenging the Italian Stallion to a 10-round exhibition bout. To the surprise of his son and friends, Rocky agrees to come out of retirement and face an opponent who's faster, stronger and thirty years his junior. Rocky takes on Dixon in what will become the greatest fight in boxing history!
How intense is Rocky Balboa?
Rocky Balboa has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. Rated PG.
What Rocky Balboa feels like
- Tone
- grittyheartwarmingearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
Where to stream Rocky Balboa
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Is Rocky Balboa scary?
No. Rocky Balboa is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Rocky Balboa gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Rocky Balboa sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Rocky Balboa OK for kids?
It is rated PG, but the intensity tags run warmer than the rating suggests: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Know your kid.
How long is Rocky Balboa?
Rocky Balboa runs 1h 42m.
Where can I stream Rocky Balboa?
Rocky Balboa is streaming on Paramount+ and AMC+.
Does Rocky Balboa have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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