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Sylvester Stallone biopic I Play Rocky – release details

Overview

Amazon MGM Studios is promoting Peter Farrelly’s biographical drama ‘I Play Rocky’, which chronicles Sylvester Stallone’s struggle to have his 1976 screenplay produced and to star in the title role. The film features Anthony Ippolito as a young Stallone, who reportedly secured the role after submitting an unsolicited audition tape. Ippolito’s physical transformation and recreation of Stallone’s voice and mannerisms have drawn fan attention.

The supporting cast includes Matt Dillon as Frank Stallone Sr., AnnaSophia Robb, Stephan James as Carl Weathers, Toby Kebbell, Tracy Letts, Jay Duplass, P.J. Byrne, and Kiki Seto. The film was written by Peter Gamble and follows Stallone’s refusal to sell the script for offers up to $200,000 unless he was cast as the lead.

Following a world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, the film is scheduled for a staggered global release in November 2026 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the original ‘Rocky’. Release dates include 5 November in Germany, with a German trailer recently released and a theatrical date of 26 November 2026 via Leonine Studios. Other scheduled releases include 19 November 2026 in the Netherlands via Independent Films, alongside various theatrical openings in the U.S. and Australia.

The anniversary is being marked by several global events. In the United States, ‘Rocky the Musical’ at the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale, featuring Rich Giordano and Samantha Hayes, runs from 22 August through 20 September 2026. Additionally, Japan will host the ‘Rocky Cinema Concert’ at the Tokyo International Forum Hall A on 18 December 2026, featuring a live orchestral performance of Bill Conti’s score.

Entities

Sylvester Stallone · Peter Farrelly · Anthony Ippolito · Leonine Studios · Rocky Balboa

Timeline

22 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Sylvester Stallone: Action icon and the story behind Rocky
Sylvester Stallone’s impact on the action genre and his journey from an unknown actor to Hollywood legend are highlighted ahead of the release of the biographical film ‘I, Rocky’.
25 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Rocky 50th anniversary celebrations announced globally
Global celebrations for the 50th anniversary of ‘Rocky’ include a musical debut at the CM Performing Arts Center in the US, a cinema concert in Japan, and a biographical film release in the Netherlands.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
I PLAY ROCKY biopic trailer released for 2026 film
The biopic ‘I PLAY ROCKY’, directed by Peter Farrelly, tells the true story of Sylvester Stallone’s journey to create the film ‘Rocky’. It is set for release on November 26, 2026.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Sylvester Stallone Biopic 'I Play Rocky' Set for November 2026 Release
Biopic 'I Play Rocky' about Sylvester Stallone's rise, directed by Peter Farrelly and starring Anthony Ippolito, premieres in November 2026; Stallone praised the trailer on Instagram.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Biopic 'I Play Rocky' Chronicles Stallone's Fight for His Iconic Role
I Play Rocky, a new biopic releasing in November, follows Sylvester Stallone's gamble to write and star in Rocky; Anthony Ippolito portrays Stallone after an unsolicited audition and a notable physical makeover
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Sylvester Stallone Biopic 'I Play Rocky' Announces November Release
Peter Farrelly's biopic I Play Rocky, starring Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone, released its trailer and will debut on Nov 6.
2 months ago

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Amazon MGM Studios Releases 'I Play Rocky' Trailer on Stallone's Rise
Amazon MGM Studios' trailer for I Play Rocky shows Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone, depicting his fight to write and star in Rocky; the biopic opens Nov 6 2026 (wide Nov 20) for the 50th anniversary.

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