Rocky Hits Brighton
Get ready to rumble with the classic underdog story that stole hearts, as Rocky screens at the Duke of York's Picturehouse. Sylvester Stallone's iconic film is a beautifully crafted tale of grit and determination.
Dir: John G. Avildsen
Cast: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess Meredith, Thayer David, Joe Spinell, Jimmy Gambina
120 mins · 1976 · United States of America · Cert PG · English, Italian, Spanish
IMDb 8.1/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 93% · Metacritic 70/100 · TMDB 7.8/10 · Trakt 80%
Awards: Won 3 Oscars. 23 wins & 23 nominations total
Sylvester Stallone, known for his iconic roles, wrote the screenplay for Rocky in just three days, and the film has since become a classic underdog story. The movie follows Rocky Balboa, a small-time club fighter from Philadelphia, as he gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot at the world heavyweight championship. With its inspiring story and memorable characters, Rocky has become a beloved film that continues to captivate audiences.
The film boasts an impressive cast, including Talia Shire, Burt Young, and Carl Weathers, and has received widespread critical acclaim, with scores of 8.1/10 on IMDb, 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 70/100 on Metacritic. Rocky has also won numerous awards, including three Oscars, and has been ranked as one of the greatest films of all time by various publications.
Viewers have praised the film for its heartfelt and inspiring story, with one reviewer calling it "the ultimate Rocky story" and another saying it's "a beautiful, touching and personal story of an underdog". The film's themes of perseverance and determination have resonated with audiences, making it a timeless classic.
The Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton will be screening Rocky on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, and tickets or details are available with the button beside this article. Don't miss the chance to experience this iconic film on the big screen.
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What viewers say
Zelos7
A beautiful, touching and personal story of an underdog. An all time classic.
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SkinnyFilmBuff · 8/10
Up until this week there was a Sylvester Stallone sized gap in my viewing history, as I somehow had never seen the triple Oscar winning (with 7 more nominations) film that rocketed him to stardom. I finally sought this out because I saw an interview Stallone did on BBC back in 1977. In the interview, he described his background and motivations. He was well spoken and as an aspiring screenwriter, I found it incredibly relatable and inspiring. So,…
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ahmed365 · 9/10
Success is not about winning, it is about standing up after every time you fail and to never quit!!
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Nox Anexayi · 8/10
I watched this as a kid and over time I pretty much forgot how it went. Apart from popular culture references in other media, I pretty much went in not knowing anything. And I'm surprised how much heart is in this film. What a great character Rocky is. Sure some things won't go over well in movies nowadays but he's a product of his time and environment. He had every chance to become nothing more than a thug but he kept dreaming. Even when people…
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jarvis-8243417 · 8/10
The original Rocky is iconic, and launched one of the most influential cinema franchises. Yet, this first installment is far subdued from what Rocky would become; delivering a smart edgy drama. It’s a quintessential populist story: down-and-out “everyman” Rocky Balboa gets a shot to go the distance with world heavyweight champion Apollo Creed in the Bicentennial Super Battle fight on New Year’s Day. Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, and Burgess…
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waltmellow · 10/10
Muito bom! Nunca pensei que fosse gostar tanto de um filme sobre boxe.
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PorterUk · 9/10
This film has to have been watched by almost everyone in the world at this point... Reviewing it as part of the (so far and presumably closed) 8 installations of the Rocky/Creed saga. What stands out? - It is a real drama and love story. The boxing is merely a vehicle to show the tough, luckless lives that these very nuanced individuals live. - Stallone plays Rocky not as a moron and a slow thinker but as an uneducated guy who has street smarts,…
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rickay · 9/10
This is The Godfather of sports movies. I loved it as a kid and it still holds up. Just a great story.
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