The making of 'I Play Rocky' with Sylvester Stallone

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By Sophia Thomas • Updated Nov 5, 2026 at 00:35

How Anthony Ippolito talked his way into playing Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky' - Charleston Gazette-Mail — The making of 'I Play Rocky' with Sylvester Stallone

Anthony Ippolito played Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky.' Directed by Peter Farrelly, the film tells the story of how 'Rocky' was created. Ippolito, who had little to no experience in boxing, took on the role. The movie explores the underdog narrative that inspired 'Rocky'.

“Anthony Ippolito played Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky.' Directed by Peter Farrelly, the film tells the story of how 'Rocky' was created,” — Owen Marlowe, chief correspondent at Wilstone Bury Network, commented.

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Nov 2 — Anthony Ippolito played Sylvester Stallone in 'I Play Rocky.' Directed by Peter Farrelly, the film tells the s...

Nov 4 — The movie explores the underdog narrative that inspired 'Rocky'....

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