From II to III they changed the emphasis away from Rocky's family and friends and the characters and moved it into straight boxing, but it was still inspirational, it was still fun. Here I don't know what they did. It was like they changed the focus back on the characters but somehow butchered it in the process. The result was just horrible. It wasn't the lack of Rocky fighting or the fact that Tommy Gun was…
In Russia, he fought the greatest fight of his life. Now...where does a champion go when he takes off the gloves?
A lifetime of taking shots has ended Rocky’s career, and a crooked accountant has left him broke. Inspired by the memory of his trainer, however, Rocky finds glory in training and takes on an up-and-coming boxer.
Top Cast
Sylvester Stallone
Robert 'Rocky' Balboa
Talia Shire
Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa
Burt Young
Paulie Pennino
Richard Gant
George Washington Duke
Tommy Morrison
Tommy 'Machine' Gunn
Sage Stallone
Robert 'Rocky' Balboa Jr.
Burgess Meredith
Mickey Goldmill
Tony Burton
Tony 'Duke' Evers
Jimmy Gambina
Jimmy
Delia Sheppard
Karen
Mike Girard Sheehan
Merlin Sheets
Michael Anthony Williams
Union Cane
Kevin Connolly
Chickie
Elisebeth Peters
Jewel
Hayes Swope
Chickie's Pal
Nicky Blair
Fight Promoter
Reviews
At the heart of Rocky V, there is a really intimate story about living in the past and being blinded to your present, but unfortunately that gets muddled with its somewhat convoluted screenplay. The decision to take away Rocky’s wealth with a cheap plot device is one that was not needed. Rocky has already hit rock bottom in his life, and ripping away all of his accomplishments makes his story feel like it’s going…
FAQ about Rocky V
What is Rocky V about?
A lifetime of taking shots has ended Rocky’s career, and a crooked accountant has left him broke. Inspired by the memory of his trainer, however, Rocky finds glory in training and takes on an up-and-coming boxer.
When was Rocky V released?
Rocky V was released in 1990.
What genres does Rocky V belong to?
Rocky V is categorised as Drama.
Who stars in Rocky V?
The cast of Rocky V includes Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Richard Gant, Tommy Morrison.