Rocky Marciano
Synopsis
Step into the ring with one of America's greatest legends...and stand a couple of rounds with greatness! "Pulling no punches" (LA Daily News), Jon Favreau (Swingers) and OscarÂ(r) winner* George C. Scott give TKO performances in this outstanding biography of the only undefeated world heavyweight champion in the history of boxing! In the small blue-collar town of Brockton, Massachusetts, young Rocky Marciano (Favreau) turns to the ring as his ticket out. Training twice as hard and twice as long as anyone else, he pounds his way to victory and his reputation quickly spreads as "the guy to beat." But behind the gloves Rocky is unhappy with his gift and he's thinking of retiring. So, with the fate of his career hanging in the balance, he finds a way to unleash his thunder againthis time against his biggest hero: Joe Louis!
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Jon Favreau
Rocky Marciano
Penelope Ann Miller
Barbara Cousins
Judd Hirsch
Al Weill
Tony Lo Bianco
Frankie Carbo
Duane Davis
Joe Louis
Rino Romano
Allie Colombo
George C. Scott
Pierino Marchegiano
Rhoda Gemignani
Pasquelina Marchegiano
Aron Tager
Charley Goldman
Noah Dalton Danby
Carmine Vingo
Gil Filar
Young Rocky
J. Winston Carroll
Murphy
Margo Winkler
Airport Clerk
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 15, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 13, 1999
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Winkler
- Screenplay & Story
- William Nack, Larry Golin, Charles Winkler, Dick Beebe
- Original Title
- Rocky Marciano
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Winkler Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Winkler
William Nack, Larry Golin, Charles Winkler, Dick Beebe
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Winkler
Director
William Nack
Writer
Larry Golin
Writer
Charles Winkler
Writer
Dick Beebe
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rocky Marciano
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What is Rocky Marciano about?
Step into the ring with one of America's greatest legends...and stand a couple of rounds with greatness! "Pulling no punches" (LA Daily News), Jon Favreau (Swingers) and OscarÂ(r) winner* George C. Scott give TKO performances in this outstanding biography of the only undefeated world heavyweight champion in the history of boxing! In the small blue-collar town of Brockton, Massachusetts, young Rocky Marciano (Favreau) turns to the ring as his ticket out. Training twice as hard and twice as long as anyone else, he pounds his way to victory and his reputation quickly spreads as "the guy to beat." But behind the gloves Rocky is unhappy with his gift and he's thinking of retiring. So, with the fate of his career hanging in the balance, he finds a way to unleash his thunder againthis time against his biggest hero: Joe Louis!
Who directed Rocky Marciano?
Rocky Marciano was directed by Charles Winkler.
Who stars in Rocky Marciano?
The principal cast of Rocky Marciano includes Jon Favreau, Penelope Ann Miller, Judd Hirsch, Tony Lo Bianco, Duane Davis.
When was Rocky Marciano released and how long is it?
Rocky Marciano was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rocky Marciano?
Rocky Marciano holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).