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Rocky V (1990)

โ€œIn Russia, he fought the greatest fight of his life. Now...where does a champion go when he takes off the gloves?โ€

5.8/10 ยท 3,577 votes 1h 44m pg-13 ActionDrama

#64 of 69 films from 1990 #1899 of 2168 in action

Directed by John G. Avildsen ยท Written by Sylvester Stallone

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Overview

A lifetime of taking shots has ended Rockyโ€™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.

Cast

Sylvester Stalloneas Robert 'Rocky' Balboa
Talia Shireas Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
Burt Youngas Paulie Pennino
Richard Gantas George Washington Duke
Tommy Morrisonas Tommy 'Machine' Gunn
Sage Stalloneas Robert 'Rocky' Balboa Jr.
Burgess Meredithas Mickey Goldmill
Tony Burtonas Tony 'Duke' Evers
Jimmy Gambinaas Jimmy
Delia Sheppardas Karen
Mike Girard Sheehanas Merlin Sheets
Michael Anthony Williamsas Union Cane
Kevin Connollyas Chickie
Elisebeth Petersas Jewel

Facts

Release dateNovember 16, 1990
Runtime104 min (1h 44m) โ€” about the same as the 1990 average of 104 min
GenresAction, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$42,000,000
Box office$119,946,358 (2.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0100507

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Questions

How long is Rocky V?
Rocky V runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Is Rocky V worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 3,577 votes, which places it #64 of 69 films released in 1990 in this index (top 9%) and #1899 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Rocky V?
Rocky V was directed by John G. Avildsen. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Rocky (1976), The Karate Kid (1984), The Karate Kid Part II (1986).
Who stars in Rocky V?
Sylvester Stallone as Robert 'Rocky' Balboa; Talia Shire as Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa; Burt Young as Paulie Pennino; Richard Gant as George Washington Duke; Tommy Morrison as Tommy 'Machine' Gunn; Sage Stallone as Robert 'Rocky' Balboa Jr..
What is Rocky V rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Rocky V?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/47943.

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