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I Play Rocky
“The true underdog story.”
- 2026
- 2h 08m
- PG-13
- EN
- Released
The story
What I Play Rocky is about
The electrifying true story about an unknown actor with an unshakable belief that he wasn't just meant to write Rocky—he was meant to be Rocky Balboa. Told "no" at every turn, Sylvester Stallone bets everything on himself, holding the line on playing the lead against seemingly impossible odds.
I Play Rocky is a drama and history film from 2026, directed by Peter Farrelly. It runs 2h 08m and is rated PG-13 in the US. It was produced by Eden Rock Media, Baha Productions and Fireside Films, with production in United States of America, Australia.
The main cast is led by Anthony Ippolito, AnnaSophia Robb, P.J. Byrne, Toby Kebbell. The screenplay was written by Peter Gamble. Reported worldwide gross stands at an amount that has not been disclosed.
Editor’s note
Should you watch I Play Rocky?
I Play Rocky is best suited to a slower, character-led evening. At 2h 08m, it is a standard feature length. The draw is Anthony Ippolito and AnnaSophia Robb, directed by Peter Farrelly.
I Play Rocky has not been released yet. It is dated for Nov 6, 2026, so there are no audience ratings to judge it by. Use the cast, the director and the trailer to decide whether it is for you.
TMDB tags the film with themes including philadelphia, pennsylvania, sports, based on true story and hollywood.
The US certification is PG-13: may include intense action or themes that are unsuitable for younger children.
If you like this, try Schindler's List, Oppenheimer or Harakiri.
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Who is in it
I Play Rocky cast
Anthony IppolitoSylvester Stallone
AnnaSophia RobbSasha Czack
P.J. ByrneIrwin Winkler
Toby KebbellRobert Chartoff
Jay DuplassJohn Avildsen
Tracy LettsSandy Maddox
Matt DillonFrank Stallone Sr.
Stephan JamesCarl Weathers
Kiki SetoTalia Shire
Robert MorganBurgess Meredith
Saul SteinSal
Trevor St. JohnGrant BaderCharacter names follow the film's credits. Open a name to see that person's other work on MovieState.
Behind the camera
Direction and crew
Audience reaction
Ratings and reviews
I Play Rocky sits at 9.0 out of 10 from 2 user ratings. For context, the film's worldwide gross is not yet reported.
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The facts
I Play Rocky key details
| Original title | I Play Rocky |
|---|---|
| Status | Released |
| Release date | October 2, 2026 |
| Runtime | 2h 08m |
| Certification | PG-13 in United States, 12A in United Kingdom |
| Original language | EN |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Country | United States of America, Australia |
| Budget | Not disclosed |
| Worldwide gross | Not reported |
| Studios | Eden Rock Media, Baha Productions, Fireside Films, FilmNation Entertainment |
| Also known as | Já, Rocky, Yo Soy Rocky, Eu Sou Rocky |
Release information
Release dates by country
| Country | Date | Cert |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Sep 24, 2026 | PG-13 |
| United Kingdom | Oct 16, 2026 | 12A |
| Canada | Sep 12, 2026 | NR |
| Australia | Jan 1, 2027 | M |
| AZ | Nov 26, 2026 | NR |
| Argentina | Nov 19, 2026 | ATP |
| Brazil | Nov 19, 2026 | 12 |
| Chile | Nov 9, 2026 | TE+7 |
| Czechia | Nov 19, 2026 | 12+ |
| EC | Nov 12, 2026 | NR |
Official trailer for I Play Rocky, via Amazon MGM Studios. Open on YouTube
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
Who directed I Play Rocky?
I Play Rocky was directed by Peter Farrelly.
Who is in the cast of I Play Rocky?
The main cast includes Anthony Ippolito, AnnaSophia Robb, P.J. Byrne, Toby Kebbell, Jay Duplass.
How long is I Play Rocky?
I Play Rocky runs 2h 08m.
When was I Play Rocky released?
It was released in the United States on October 2, 2026. Release dates vary by country — see the table above.
What is I Play Rocky rated?
Certification depends on the country: PG-13 in United States, 12A in United Kingdom. Always check your local rating before watching with family.
Where can I watch I Play Rocky online?
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How much did I Play Rocky earn?
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At a glance: I Play Rocky runs 2h 08m, opened in US cinemas on October 2, 2026.