Trending Now - New Trailer Reveals Backstory of Iconic 'rocky' Film at Cinemacon

WHO:

Deadline - Anthony Ippolito portrays a young Sylvester Stallone in the film "I Play Rocky."

Variety - The film is directed by Peter Farrelly and produced by Amazon MGM Studios.

WHAT:

Coming Soon - The teaser trailer for "I Play Rocky" provides a quick preview of the biographical drama, highlighting the challenges Sylvester Stallone faced while trying to make the iconic indie sports drama "Rocky."

Deadline - "I Play Rocky" follows the story of Sylvester Stallone as he worked to get the iconic movie "Rocky" made.

Variety - The film is a drama about the true story behind the making of the 1976 boxing classic "Rocky."

WHERE:

Deadline - The trailer for "I Play Rocky" was revealed at CinemaCon.

WHEN:

Deadline - The film is set to be released in 2026.

HOW:

Variety - Anthony Ippolito channels Sylvester Stallone's mumbly delivery and hunched posture in his portrayal.

(UPDATED April 16, 2026 11:26 UTC)

The teaser trailer for "I Play Rocky" was released at 11:26 UTC, offering a glimpse into the biographical drama. It highlights the challenges that Sylvester Stallone faced while trying to bring the iconic indie sports film "Rocky" to life. Fans can look forward to an inspiring portrayal of Stallone's journey in the making of this classic movie.

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(UPDATED April 16, 2026 07:23 UTC)

The trailer for the upcoming film "I Play Rocky," which follows the true story behind the making of the iconic 1976 boxing classic "Rocky," was revealed at CinemaCon. Directed by Peter Farrelly and produced by Amazon MGM Studios, the film features Anthony Ippolito portraying a young Sylvester Stallone, capturing his distinctive mumbly delivery and hunched posture. "I Play Rocky" is set to be released in 2026.