1976 film directed by John Avildsen
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‘I Play Rocky’ star Anthony Ippolito with Rocky himself, Sylvester Stallone at ‘Rocky in Concert – One Night Only’ in Brooklyn
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Now that Project Hail Mary is available to watch at home, more people than ever are wondering about the fate of Ryland Grace and Rocky.
How 'Rocky' Became a Million-to-One Smash: Fresh out of college, Anne Thompson got a job at United Artists' marketing department and a chance to see ...
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When it came to the Project Hail Mary audiobook, author Andy Weir and his collaborators put a lot of thought into how to best depict Rocky's dialogue.
Ryan Gosling on 'Project Hail Mary' and help from Julia Roberts: The star of Phil Lord and Chris Miller's sci-fi hit talks about his attraction to Andy ...
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Rocky with Sylvester Stallone: Lichtburg celebrates 50 years of film history: Film producer Adnan G. Köse hosts the Rocky evening at the Lichtburg cinema in ...
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Project Hail Mary's Rocky was primarily a puppet controlled by James Ortiz and his team, but Ortiz revealed a scene that used an animatronic version of ... Show more
Sylvester Stallone: ‘I don’t know what the new masculinities are. It’s in a man’s nature to conquer’
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The Steps by Sylvester Stallone review – the inside story of Rocky: The star takes us back to 70s New York to recount his breakthrough, and it’s a great yarn – ...
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Paid articlePaywall Sylvester Stallone: Outwardly a destroyer, inwardly self-destructing: He's the hero of Maga-America. But it completely misunderstood him. In "The Steps ...
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"Became an obsession": Sylvester Stallone reveals for the first time how Rocky destroyed his body
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Sylvester Stallone reveals: He suffered from bulimia and panic attacks: Most people know actor Sylvester Stallone as "Rocky" or "Rambo". He has now revealed how ...
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Sylvester Stallone walks out to a rapturous applause at @92ndStreetY , where fans began chanting “Rocky.”
The actor is promoting his new memoir “The Steps ... Show more
LEGO Practically Gives Away Project Hail Mary at an All-Time Low, Get Sci-Fi 3D Building Set for Less
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Sylvester Stallone: ‘I don’t know what the new masculinities are. It’s in a man’s nature to conquer’
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"I could punch myself in the face": After this film success, Sylvester Stallone became unbearable and is still ashamed of it to this day.
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Paid articlePaywall Sylvester Stallone Says He ‘Became Bulimic’ After Transforming for ‘Rocky’: Sylvester Stallone is opening up about the less glamorous side of fame ...
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Youth was "hell": Sylvester Stallone was locked in a box as a child: Today he is one of Hollywood's biggest action stars, but Sylvester Stallone's ...
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Sylvester Stallone tells the first part of his life story in "The Steps," from his initial attempt to his success with "Rocky." 👉 Learn more: Sylvester Stallone's biography: From unsuccessful actor to global star
Paid articlePaywall Sylvester Stallone Thought His Dad Would “Be Proud” To Make ‘Rocky’ Cameo: “It Got Really Nasty”
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As Sylvester Stallone made his breakout performance in 'Rocky,' there was one person he couldn’t quite turn into a fan ... Show more
Forget Rambo and Rocky: Sylvester Stallone's best film is a 90s sci-fi blockbuster because he finally gets to make fun of himself.
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Before Sylvester Stallone became a global star with "Rocky," his path was shaped by rejection, poverty, and numerous setbacks. In his memoirs ... Show more
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"I want to play Rocky" - | Stallone spills the beans in "The Steps": Few in Hollywood have his punch: 50 years ago, Sylvester Stallone became famous overnight as ...
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Luke Evans, who recently played Tim Curry’s iconic “Rocky Horror” role on Broadway, pays tribute to the late star:
He called Curry “a force ... Show more
Key FactsMedia Report Tim Curry’s Death at 80
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Born in Cheshire on April 19, 1946, Curry entered the stage world after studying drama and English and had an early success with „Hair“ in 1968.
- He played Dr. Frank-N-Furter in „The Rocky Horror Show“ from 1973, while the 1975 screen version, „Rocky Horror Picture Show“, expanded his international fame.
- Curry also earned recognition as Pennywise in the 1990 television adaptation of Stephen King’s „It“ and as King Arthur in „Spamalot“ from 2005.
- Following a stroke in 2012, Curry used a wheelchair and continued performing, while multiple media outlets consistently reported that he had died.
I'm just a sweet transvestite, from Transsexual Transylvania.— Dr. Frank-N-Furter, fictional character in The Rocky Horror Show / Rocky Horror Picture Show (sung as the character)
Paid articlePaywall TIFF 2026 Takeaways: Chris Rock's Comeback and a 'Rocky' Ovation: The biggest TIFF 2026 takeaways: Chris Rock's 'Misty Green,' a Peter Farrelly ...
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Paid articlePaywall Risk: "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?" contestant drops back to 500 euros: On "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?", Michael Polit takes a huge risk - | and ...
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Paid articlePaywall Toronto Film Festival 2026: Read All Of Deadline’s Reviews: Read all of Deadline's movie reviews from the 2026 Toronto Film Festival.
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Rocky and his habitat/popcorn bucket want to remind you that Project Hail Mary is now available on Limited Edition 4K UHD, Blu-Ray, DVD ... Show more
All 5 Project Hail Mary Deleted Scenes Explained: Project Hail Mary's 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray releases include five deleted scenes that are full of comedic and ...
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Film Updates Jul 15
Anthony Ippolito has played both Al Pacino and Sylvester Stallone in ‘THE OFFER’ and ‘I PLAY ROCKY’ respectively.
The woman Rocky never let go of: How Sylvester Stallone accompanied Martina Philippi throughout her life
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EXCLUSIVE: Will Smith looks to have found the first co-star for his next film, as sources tell Deadline that 'I Play Rocky' star AnnaSophia Robb is ... Show more
After the I Am the Rocky trailer: Sylvester Stallone reacts to the film adaptation of his success story
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Paid articlePaywall TIFF 2026 First Lineup: World Premieres Of ‘I Play Rocky’, Chris Rock’s ‘Misty Green’, Anton Corbijn’s ‘A Talent For Murder’ ...
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The ‘Game of Thrones’ Play Has Apparently Had a Rocky Road to Opening: 'George R.R. Martin's Game of Thrones: The Mad King' is now in previews at ...
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Film Updates Jul 20
Peter Farrelly’s ‘I PLAY ROCKY’ to premiere at TIFF 2026.
Starring Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone.
Paid articlePaywall ‘I Play Rocky’ Star Anthony Ippolito Lands At CAA : ‘I Play Rocky’'s young star Anthony Ippolito is signing with Hollywood agency CAA.
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Scientists Detect First Atmosphere on Rocky Habitable-Zone Planet, Boosting Hopes for Alien Life
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2026 World Cup in Philadelphia: Beware the Rocky curse!: Philadelphia urgently warns of the misfortune that will follow as soon as someone decorates the statue ...
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Paid articlePaywall Monika Sorce from St. Ingbert crowns herself boxing world champion: The intensive training in the footsteps of Rocky Balboa has paid off: Monika Sorce from St ...
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Watch Rocky’s First ‘Project Hail Mary’ Scene With Rocky Himself: Ryan Gosling stars in the sci-fi hit which is now streaming on Prime Video.
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Paid articlePaywall Rocky and Rambo: What the two iconic film characters tell us about America: Action icon Sylvester Stallone celebrates his 80th birthday. As "Rocky ...
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‘Project Hail Mary’ Physical Release Arrives Later This Summer: The smash hit Ryan Gosling sci-fi tale arrives on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD in August ...
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2026 World Cup: Brazil between ambition and reality after victory against Haiti: What happens to such a proud football nation when it is suddenly no longer ...
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DiscussingFilm Jun 16
‘ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW’ will be the next film shown at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
The original 1975 film will be enhanced with AI imagery for the experience.
Party in Philadelphia: | "Rocky statue firmly in Brazilian hands": Video: Before their Seleção's second group match against Haiti, numerous Brazilian fans ...
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"Rocky" statue in Philadelphia: Warning about the alleged World Cup curse: The "Rocky" statue in Philadelphia is considered a cult symbol – | but an alleged ...
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Sam Pinkerton on what it feels like to have Rocky Horror performing at the 2026 Tony Awards. #Tonys
Key FactsMemorable Highlights from the 2026 Tony Awards
Jun 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The evening’s host captivated the audience with a stunning aerial performance and several wardrobe changes.
- Liberation marked a milestone as the first American play by a woman in nearly 40 years to secure Best Play.
- Rachel Zegler delivered a powerful rendition of a classic number celebrating A Chorus Line’s 50th anniversary.
- One of the night’s most impactful speeches included a forthright political statement supporting diverse marginalized communities.
If there’s one thing we can learn from vampires, it’s that life is short — but that’s its gift.— Ali Louis Bourzgui, Best Featured Actor in a Musical for The Lost Boys, during his acceptance speech at the 2026 Tony Awards; he spoke about immigrants, the trans community, and the people of Palestine while condemning fascists.
Project Hail Mary And Disclosure Day Have One Thing In Common (And It Makes Both Movies Better)
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“It’s all about how much you can take” - | What Rocky Balboa teaches us: Many young adults feel overwhelmed by the present - | and this at a time when important ...
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Philadelphia: Travel guide to the 2026 World Cup host city: Philadelphia will host five group matches at the World Cup as well as a round of 16 match on July 4th ...
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Paid articlePaywall ‘Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean’ Review: A Master of Cinematic Spectacle With Less Mastery Over His Rocky Personal Life
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OpinionDispute over salary cap: What the Left Party could learn from Rocky Balboa: If the Left Party took its own demands seriously and truly wanted to fight the AfD ...
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Luke Evans on playing Dr. Frank-N-Furter in #RockyHorror on Broadway: “I thought I would be terrified. I thought I would be avoiding turning my back to the audience ... Show more
The Hidden Detail In Project Hail Mary Most Fans Never Notice: You've probably heard about Meryl Steep's voice cameo in Project Hail Mary, but there's another ...
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Paid articlePaywall ‘All The President’s Men‘ At 50: Key Players Describe A Prescient Look At Today’s Dysfunctional Political Landscape
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People still talk about the 1977 Oscars, where 'Taxi Driver,' 'Rocky,' 'All the President’s Men,' 'Network' and ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Apr 22
James Ortiz, the puppeteer behind Rocky in ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY,’ will be submitted for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars.
(Source: @Variety )
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How To Watch Ryan Gosling's Project Hail Mary At Home: If you missed Project Hail Mary while it was in theaters or are looking to watch it again ...
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Project Hail Mary Author Andy Weir's Favorite Scenes From The Movie Make So Much Sense
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‘I Play Rocky’ star Anthony Ippolito on the honor of portraying Sylvester Stallone and getting to connect with him
Touch Me review – tentacle sex abounds in psychosexual horror that’s like live-action hentai
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DiscussingFilm Apr 06
Rocky's “Amaze, Amaze, Amaze” catchphrase was mentioned in NASA communications with the Artemis II crew.
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‘I Play Rocky’ star Anthony Ippolito on the honor of portraying Sylvester Stallone and getting to connect with him | #CinemaCon
Film Updates Apr 16
Peter Farrelly’s ‘I PLAY ROCKY’ will release in theaters November 13, then expand nationwide on November 20.
Starring Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone.
DiscussingFilm Apr 16
Amazon MGM's panel at CinemaCon starts in 30 minutes with major reveals expected for:
• Verity
• I Play Rocky
• Spaceballs 2
• Masters of the ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Apr 15
Parody posters of ‘The Silence of the Lambs’ and ‘Rocky’ for ‘THE SHEEP DETECTIVES’.
Why Project Hail Mary's Trailer Spoiled The Ryan Gosling Movie's Biggest Surprise
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Cinematographer Greig Fraser breaks down the lighting in “Project Hail Mary,” the most challenging film of his career:
• The 70-foot tunnel where Rocky meets ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Apr 05
The tunnel where Grace and Rocky meet in ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY’ was built practically.
The tunnel was 70-feet long and contained a huge rig of old-school ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Mar 25
LEGO has shared an animated recreation of Grace & Rocky's first encounter in ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY’.
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This Fan-Made Lego ‘Project Hail Mary’ Rocky Build Is Amaze Amaze Amaze: A Lego creator figured out how to make Ryan Gosling's bestie out of a $20 ...
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DiscussingFilm Mar 24
Exclusive look at the creation of Rocky in ‘PROJECT HAIL MARY’.
“We had two versions of Rocky — an animatronic version and a puppeteerable version.”
The Unique Way Project Hail Mary's Eridians Sleep, Explained: Eridians like Rocky approach sleeping and eating very differently in Project Hail Mary than humans ...
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