This 1976 Oscar-winning classic action movie is considered by fans to be one of the 'greatest boxing films ever made' and it returns to screens at home tonight on ITV.

Film fans will be pleased to know that tonight an iconic movie is set to appear on ITV , almost 50 years after the film's legendary debut on the big screen.

Created as a fully independent film, Rocky was both written by and starred Sylvester Stallone, which went on to launch a successful franchise, widely regarded as representing the pinnacle of boxing films. The movie has proven itself to be timeless, quickly becoming the highest-grossing film of its release year.

A review highlights the enduring impact of the film, describing it as "an absolute classic that still holds up to this day." The review further elaborates: "

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