Rocky II (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1979, Rocky II is a drama film directed by Sylvester Stallone, running about 118 minutes. “Once he fought for a dream. Now he's fighting for love!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
Who’s in it. Rocky II stars Sylvester Stallone as Robert 'Rocky' Balboa, Talia Shire as Adrianna 'Adrian' Balboa, Burt Young as Paulie Pennino and Carl Weathers as Apollo Creed, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Rocky II has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $85.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix, Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel and AMC+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rocky II page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rocky II tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rocky II (1979)?
- In US, Rocky II is available to stream on Netflix, Philo and AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rocky II worth watching?
- Rocky II holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rocky II?
- Rocky II stars Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers and Burgess Meredith.