Rocky (1976)

Plot Summary

"Rocky" is a sports drama film released in 1976. It was directed by John G. Avildsen and written by Sylvester Stallone, who also starred in the lead role. The film follows the story of Rocky Balboa, a small-time boxer from Philadelphia who gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fight against the heavyweight champion, Apollo Creed. The movie received critical acclaim upon its release and became a commercial success, winning three Academy Awards.

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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Certification

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Awards

BAFTA Awards (1978)

BAFTA Film Award 1978

Nominated

Best Editing

Richard Halsey

BAFTA Film Award 1978

Nominated

Best Direction

John G. Avildsen

BAFTA Film Award 1978

Nominated

Best Screenplay

Sylvester Stallone

BAFTA Film Award 1978

Nominated

Best Film

Golden Globes, USA (1977)

Golden Globe 1977

Winner

Best Motion Picture - Drama

Golden Globe 1977

Nominated

Best Original Score - Motion Picture

Bill Conti

Golden Globe 1977

Nominated

Best Screenplay - Motion Picture

Sylvester Stallone

Academy Awards, USA (1977)

Oscar 1977

Nominated

Best Sound

Harry W. Tetrick William L. McCaughey Lyle J. Burbridge Bud Alper

Oscar 1977

Nominated

Best Music, Original Song

Bill Conti Carol Connors Ayn Robbins

Oscar 1977

Winner

Best Film Editing

Richard Halsey Scott Conrad

Oscar 1977

Nominated

Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen

Sylvester Stallone

Oscar 1977

Winner

Best Picture

Irwin Winkler Robert Chartoff