Rocky, the ultimate underdog tale, was still punching on this day in 1977.
Directed by The Karate Kid’s John G. Avildse, the film was released on Dec. 3, 1976, and endured at movie theaters for multiple months. Beyond scoring highest-grossing film for the year it was released, the boxing classic starring its writer, Sylvester Stallone, spent eight weeks either at or near the top of the box office, breaking records and earning more than $117 million in North America alone.
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View this post on InstagramMarch 24 begins the film’s last week at the top, before being booted by Airport ’77, a disaster flick starring Jack Lemmon and Lee Grant. Four days later, however, the film was back on top.
On March 28, 1977, the Italian Stallion’s instant classic went on to dominate the 49th Academy Awards, winning three Oscars out of 10 nominations. Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Film Editing all went to the knockout film. However, Stallone, who was in the running for Best Actor, lost to Peter Finch, who won posthumously for his role as Howard Beale in the stunner Network.
About a small-time Philly boxer who goes round for round with the world heavyweight champion, Rocky is more than just a sports film. It’s a testament to grit, determination, and chasing the impossible dream. Having given the world iconic lines like “Yo, Adrian! I did it!” and one of cinema’s most legendary runs up the set of stone steps leading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art — which are now named the Rocky Steps, by the way — the film lives on in pop culture. Not to mention, it’s also spawned one of the most enduring film franchises that has ballooned to include the Apollo Creed universe.
From Rocky to Rambo and Beyond
The film marked Stallone’s debut as a feature screenwriter. Beyond Rocky and its sequels, he’s brought plenty of action to screens big and small, writing for Rambo, The Expendables, and Paramount’s Tulsa King.
Rocky is available to rent or buy on Prime Video.
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