Rocky IV
“He's facing the ultimate challenge. And fighting for his life.”
Synopsis
Rocky Balboa holds the world heavyweight championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union. This time, Rocky's training regimen takes him to Siberia, where he prepares for a globally televised match in the heart of Moscow. But nothing can truly prepare him for what he's about to face – a fight to the finish, in which he must defend not only himself, but also the honor of his country!
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Rocky IV: Rocky vs. Drago - The Ultimate Director’s Cut Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-09-30
Top Cast
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Sylvester Stallone
Robert "Rocky" Balboa
Dolph Lundgren
Ivan Drago
Carl Weathers
Apollo Creed
Talia Shire
Adrianna "Adrian" Balboa
Burt Young
Paulie Pennino
Brigitte Nielsen
Ludmilla Vobet Drago
Tony Burton
Tony "Duke" Evers
Michael Pataki
Nicoli Koloff
Stu Nahan
Commentator #1
R.J. Adams
Sports Announcer
Al Bandiero
American Commentator #2
Dominic Barto
Russian Government Official
Danial Brown
Rocky Jr.'s Friend
James Brown
The Godfather of Soul
Rose Mary Campos
Maid
Jack Carpenter
KGB Driver
Mark De Alessandro
Russian Cornerman
Marty Denkin
Russian Referee
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 1 DaysNovember 11, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 12, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
November 21, 1985
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$31M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$300.5M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
9.69x
+$269.5M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sylvester Stallone
- Screenplay & Story
- Sylvester Stallone
- Original Score
- Vince DiCola
- Original Title
- Rocky IV
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Budget
- $31M
- Worldwide Gross
- $300.5M
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Chartoff Productions, Winkler Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sylvester Stallone
Sylvester Stallone
Vince DiCola
Wilmer Butler
Don Zimmerman, John W. Wheeler
Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler, James D. Brubaker, Arthur Chobanian
Department Leadership Roster
Don Zimmerman
Editor
John W. Wheeler
Editor
Robert Chartoff
Producer
Sylvester Stallone
Director
Wilmer Butler
Director of Photography
Bill Kenney
Production Design
Vince DiCola
Original Music Composer
Irwin Winkler
Producer
Tom Bronson
Costume Design
Sylvester Stallone
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocky IV
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rocky IV about?
Rocky Balboa holds the world heavyweight championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union. This time, Rocky's training regimen takes him to Siberia, where he prepares for a globally televised match in the heart of Moscow. But nothing can truly prepare him for what he's about to face – a fight to the finish, in which he must defend not only himself, but also the honor of his country!
Who directed Rocky IV?
Rocky IV was directed by Sylvester Stallone.
Who stars in Rocky IV?
The principal cast of Rocky IV includes Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren, Carl Weathers, Talia Shire, Burt Young.
When was Rocky IV released and how long is it?
Rocky IV was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
What was the box office and production budget of Rocky IV?
Rocky IV had a reported production budget of $31M and grossed $300.5M at the worldwide box office (9.69 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Rocky IV?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rocky IV was composed by Vince DiCola.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rocky IV?
Rocky IV holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).