When it was first released in 1985, Rocky IV became the highest-grossing of all the Rocky films, as well as the highest-grossing sports drama in cinema for nearly a quarter-century. Now, the most triumphant sports-drama franchise in history returns to select theaters nationwide for a one-night-only exclusive engagement on November 11th with Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky v. Drago: The Ulimate Director’s Cut.
After more than 35 years, director, writer and star Stallone masterfully reshapes Rocky IV, delivering 40 minutes of never-before-seen footage. The fight scenes are more intense, the music is more powerful and the drama is heightened as world heavyweight champion Rocky Balboa (Stallone) must defend his title once again, this time against his most formidable opponent: Ivan Drago (Dolph Lundgren). Take a look at the trailer below:
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In celebration of the new film, MGM is teaming up with Fathom Events for nationwide screenings, offering fans a chance to be among the first to see this all-new version of Stallone’s classic 1985 film.
Additionally, an exclusive Q&A with Stallone will be broadcast live in select movie theaters nationwide, and audiences will be treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the recut film. Rocky v. Drago: The Ultimate Director’s Cut will be available to rent on-demand beginning Friday, November 12th.
Tickets for Rocky v. Drago: The Ultimate Director’s Cut can be purchased online or at participating theater box offices today.
The Reel 360 Team loves Rocky and can’t wait. We can see the 75-year-old Stallone in the superhero epic Samaritan, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and The Expendables 4.
CREDITS:
- Arthur Chobanian, James D. Brubaker: Executive Producers
- Irwin Winkler, Robert Chartoff: Producers
- Sylvester Stallone: Writer, Director, Star
Cast
- Brigette Nielson
- Burt Young
- Carl Weathers
- Dolph Lundgren
- Michael Pataki
- Robert Doornick
- Stu Nahan
- Talia Shire
- Tony Burton
