Rocky II
“Once he fought for a dream. Now he's fighting for love!”
Synopsis
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
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Rocky II (1979) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-04
Top Cast
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Sylvester Stallone
Robert 'Rocky' Balboa
Talia Shire
Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
Burt Young
Paulie Pennino
Carl Weathers
Apollo Creed
Burgess Meredith
Mickey Goldmill
Tony Burton
Tony 'Duke' Evers
Joe Spinell
Tony Gazzo
Leonard Gaines
Agent
Sylvia Meals
Mary Anne Creed
Frank McRae
Meat Foreman (uncredited)
Al Silvani
Cutman (uncredited)
John Pleshette
Director (uncredited)
Stu Nahan
Announcer (uncredited)
Bill Baldwin
Commentator (uncredited)
Jerry Ziesmer
Salesman (uncredited)
Paul Micale
Father Carmine (uncredited)
Earl Montgomery
Employment Manager (uncredited)
Herb Nanas
Employment Manager (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 15, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 24, 2007
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$7M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$200.2M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
28.6x
+$193.2M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sylvester Stallone
- Screenplay & Story
- Sylvester Stallone
- Original Score
- Bill Conti
- Original Title
- Rocky II
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Budget
- $7M
- Worldwide Gross
- $200.2M
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Winkler Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sylvester Stallone
Sylvester Stallone
Bill Conti
Wilmer Butler
Stanford C. Allen, Janice Hampton
Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler
Department Leadership Roster
Sylvester Stallone
Director
Sylvester Stallone
Screenplay
Robert Chartoff
Producer
Irwin Winkler
Producer
Bill Conti
Original Music Composer
Wilmer Butler
Director of Photography
Stanford C. Allen
Editor
Janice Hampton
Editor
Sandy Berke Jordan
Costume Design
Tom Bronson
Costume Design
Jimmy Nickerson
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocky II
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rocky II about?
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
Who directed Rocky II?
Rocky II was directed by Sylvester Stallone.
Who stars in Rocky II?
The principal cast of Rocky II includes Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess Meredith.
When was Rocky II released and how long is it?
Rocky II was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
What was the box office and production budget of Rocky II?
Rocky II had a reported production budget of $7M and grossed $200.2M at the worldwide box office (28.6 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Rocky II?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rocky II was composed by Bill Conti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rocky II?
Rocky II holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).