Film fans are in for a treat tonight as this iconic movie is set to appear on ITV , almost 50 years after the film's legendary debut on the big screen.

Made entirely as an independent movie , and both written by and starring Sylvester Stallone, Rocky is a film that has stood the test of time. After quickly becoming the highest-grossing film of that year, Rocky went on to launch an entire film franchise, in what many consider to be boxing films at their very best.

A Rotten Tomatoes review claims: "Rocky was the best boxing film ever; it has a great cast and is a great film." While another added: "Best movie ever. Overcoming, resilience and love. I don't think there will ever be another movie like this."

It's still considered to be one of the greatest films of all time, and at the h

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