I Play Rocky Film Premiere

The film I Play Rocky is a remarkable true story about an unknown actor who bets everything on himself to play the lead role in his own script, despite being told "no" at every turn. Directed by Peter Farrelly and written by Peter Gamble, the film stars Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone, alongside AnnaSophia Robb, Toby Kebbell, P. J. Byrne, Jay Duplass, Matt Dillon, Stephan James, and Tracy Letts. The movie follows the development and production of the iconic film Rocky, which became the biggest box office hit of 1976, notching ten Oscar nominations and winning Best Picture.

The film has received generally positive reviews from critics, with an impressive 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 45 critics' reviews, and a score of 63 out of 100 on Metacritic, indicating "generally favorable" reviews. Critics have praised Anthony Ippolito's performance as Sylvester Stallone, with some noting that the film understands the karmic way in which the story of Rocky was echoed in the saga of how Stallone got the movie off the ground. However, not all critics have been impressed, with some dismissing the film as an "uninventive crowd pleaser" that recreates memorable scenes with little of the original humanism.

I Play Rocky is a drama and history film, with a runtime of 128 minutes, and a certificate of 12A. The film is scheduled to be screened at the Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton, from Friday, 6 November 2026, to Sunday, 15 November 2026. Tickets and details for the screening are available with the button beside this article.

The true story of Rocky's making is a testament to the power of determination and perseverance, and I Play Rocky brings this incredible tale to life on the big screen. With its impressive cast, including Anthony Ippolito, AnnaSophia Robb, and Toby Kebbell, and its positive critical reception, this film is sure to be a hit with audiences. Viewers have already expressed their excitement for the film, with one commenting that the trailer looks good, and they can't wait for the movie to come out.