The first trailer for I Play Rocky, Peter Farrelly's biographical drama about the making of the 1976 classic Rocky, is out. The American biographical drama film is already being hailed as a "meta celebration of perseverance in an industry that often rejects dreamers". Anthony Ippolito as Sylvester Stallone is the film's major highlight, the makers shared.
The Hollywood media has responded with enthusiasm. Deadline described the trailer as "electrifying" and the ultimate underdog story. It further noted the strong audience reactions at CinemaCon earlier this year where footage left exhibitors impressed.
Variety praised Ippolito's transformation into the young Stallone, calling it an "inside look at the making of a movie classic." IndieWire and The Playlist highlighted the film's heartfelt recreation of Stallone's "against-all-odds journey, positioning it as a potential crowd-pleaser for fall audiences".
On social platforms like X, netizens are buzzing. Many users called the trailer "goooooood" and expressed confidence it will be a "blockbuster." Many comments focused on Ippolito's uncanny vocal and physical resemblance to Stallone. Fans of the original Rocky shared nostalgic excitement. Others noted the strong supporting cast, saying the film promises an inspirational ride.
I Play Rocky will head to theatres on November 6 in a limited way.
