I Play Rocky’: The Untold Story of Sylvester Stallone’s Fight to Become Rocky Balboa Starts Filming!
The iconic saga of Rocky Balboa is not just a story about a boxer—it’s the story of a man who refused to give up on his dream. This October 2025, filming began on the highly anticipated biopic I Play Rocky, which captures the true and inspiring journey of a young Sylvester Stallone, portrayed by Anthony Ippolito, as he fights not just in the ring but against all odds to write and star in the legendary 1976 film Rocky.
Directed by Oscar-winner Peter Farrelly (Green Book), I Play Rocky offers a gritty and heartfelt look behind the scenes—the passion, the setbacks, and the unbreakable spirit of the man who refused to sell his script unless he could play the lead role himself. The film shines a spotlight on Stallone’s early struggles as an aspiring actor and writer, including touching moments like his bond with Butkus, his loyal Bullmastiff, who famously appeared alongside Rocky Balboa.
The cast includes standout performances from Stephan James as Carl Weathers, AnnaSophia Robb as Stallone’s first wife Sasha Czack, Matt Dillon, and many others, painting a vivid picture of the people who shaped this Hollywood underdog story.
With Amazon MGM backing and plans for a theatrical release, I Play Rocky promises to rekindle the magic and determination that made Rocky a cultural phenomenon, winning 10 Academy Award nominations and taking home Best Picture.
For fans of Stallone, boxing, and true stories of grit, this film is a must-watch glimpse into the making of a legend—reminding us all why sometimes, the fight outside the ring is the greatest battle of all.
Stay tuned for more updates on the filming progress, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks, and release news!
Keep punching—it’s not just a movie; it’s the real Rocky story.
Hello everyone,
I'm happy for you, but for me there's only one person who can play Rocky, and that's you, Mr. Sylvester Stallone. Okay, I could play you well too,
but with my German accent it doesn't sound quite as good.
Mmm... Maybe I can imitate
Mr. Arnold Schwarzenegger better,
then it'll work with my accent too.
😉
Who do you think looks more exhausted in the photo?
The actor playing you or the dog playing Butkus?
To me, it looks like the dog is saying, "Damn it, one more round, I thought we were going for pizza."
Stay healthy and fit.
Greetings from Germany.
Markus Waldow 🙂