I Play Rocky: The Untold Story Behind the Iconic Film

Production Details

Title: I Play Rocky

Format: Feature Film

Production Begins: October 15

Filming Dates: October 15 – December 10, 2025

Filming Location: New York – New Jersey – Philadelphia – Los Angeles

Producer: Deborah Jourdain, Toby Emmerich, Christian Baha, Sylvester Stallone

Writer: Peter Gamble

Director: Peter Farrelly

Line Producer: Joe Guest

Production Manager: Melissa Morkus

Director of Photography: Sean Porter

Cast: Anthony Ippolito

Casting Director: Rick Montgomery

Synopsis: A behind-the-scenes look at the unlikely and tumultuous production of Rocky, the boxing drama that catapulted Sylvester Stallone into stardom. The film will follow Stallone long before his action hero days. Here, he’s a struggling actor whose partially paralyzed face and a speech impediment hasn’t left him in demand by Hollywood. But betting on his talent, Stallone writes a hot script that a big movie studio wants to buy. However, he refuses to sell it unless he gets to play the lead. Turning down an offer of life-changing money, he instead works for a pittance in order to get the movie made with himself as the title character. The result is the biggest box office hit of 1976, as well as an Academy Award juggernaut that went on to win best picture.

Production Companies:

I Play Rocky LLC
I Play Rocky Ny INC
Conundrum Entertainment
Fireside Films
Eden Rock Media
Baha Productions

1416 N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90028

office@bahaproductions.com
Phone: 310-493-4931
ipr.prodoffice@gmail.com
424-527-0077 – 424-278-1310
jobs.balboaproductions@gmail.com
laoffice@filmnation.com
Phone: 323-337-0855
nyoffice@filmnation.com
Phone: 917-484-8900
filmsales@caa.com
Phone: 424-288-2000
amazonstudioscontactus@amazon.com
Phone: 310-573-2305

Note: This production is not yet released.

About I Play Rocky

This film provides an intimate glimpse into the making of Rocky, showcasing the struggles faced by Sylvester Stallone before his rise to fame. It highlights his determination to portray the title character, even when faced with numerous obstacles in the film industry. Stallone’s decision to retain control of his script led to a unique and inspirational journey. The production story is not only about boxing but also about ambition, resilience, and the desire to tell one’s own story against all odds.