Rocky IV

Rocky IV

Poster for the movie "Rocky IV"
© 1985 United Artists − All right reserved.

Rocky IV punched its way into the heart of ’80s kid by giving us an overload of all the things America loves: a dopy Sylvester Stallone, a terrifying-yet-misunderstood Dolph Lundgren, a sexy robot, Cold War speeches, Carl Weathers’ mustache, and training montages.

Sure, the punches looked off, the scenes were largely recycled and A GUY DIED IN AN EXHIBITION FIGHT, but after 31 years we’re still thrilled by this beefcake brawlapalooza that’s tough as snails.

Plot Summary: “Rocky IV After reclaiming the boxing championship title, Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) plans to retire and live with his wife, Adrian (Talia Shire). However, during an exhibition match, Rocky’s friend Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers) is mercilessly beaten to death by hulking Russian newcomer Ivan Drago (Dolph Lundgren). Rocky vows payback against Drago and flies to Russia to train for a Christmas Day fight. Despite their different training methods, Rocky and Drago both wage a long and intense match.

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Director
Sylvester Stallone
Producer
Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler
Production
United Artists
Release Date
21 November 1985

Director
Sylvester Stallone
Producer
Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler
Production
United Artists
Release Date
21 November 1985