A broke boxing legend, inspired by memory, finds gritty, heartwarming glory training a new fighter.
Melancholy and earnest. A comfort watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy.
Streaming on Prime Video and Paramount+.
No sex or nudity and some strong language, about what a PG-13 should carry.
Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.
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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.
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Million Dollar Baby (2004)Gritty · full attention · strong violence · emotionally devastatingA boxing trainer finds unexpected family with a determined fighter, then faces a heartbreaking choice.
The Fighter (2010)Gritty · comfort watch · strong violence · emotionally heavyA boxer's gritty climb to a world title is shepherded by his half-brother, who battles his own demons.
Creed (2015)Feel good · comfort watch · strong violence · emotionally heavyA young boxer forges his own path, finding gritty determination and heartwarming mentorship from a legend.
Raging Bull (1980)Gritty · full attention · brutal violence · graphic goreA boxer's inner demons and explosive rage destroy his life as he fights his way to the top.
The Shawshank Redemption (1994)Gritty · comfort watch · strong violence · emotionally devastatingAn innocent man's integrity and unquenchable hope shine through decades of gritty prison life.
Gran Torino (2008)Dry wit · gritty · full attention · strong violenceA grumpy veteran finds unexpected purpose in mentoring a Hmong teenager, leading to a gritty, heartfelt journey.
Dead Poets Society (1989)Earnest · comfort watch · emotionally heavy · measuredAn inspiring teacher encourages students to defy rigid tradition and find their own voices, stirring both joy and sorrow.
Rebel Without a Cause (1955)Melancholy · full attention · strong violence · emotionally devastatingA rebellious new kid in town finds love and trouble while navigating a gritty, melancholy world.Prompts we typed into CouchRot, and the lists that share its tags.
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