Rocky II

Rocky II is a 1979 American sports drama film written, directed by, and starring Sylvester Stallone.[2] It is the sequel to the 1976 film Rocky, and was the last installment in the film series that was distributed solely by United Artists.

Stallone, Carl Weathers, Tony Burton, Burgess Meredith, Burt Young and Talia Shirereprised their original roles. The Ring magazine heavyweight championship belt makes its first appearance in the series. Released on June 15, 1979, the film was followed by Rocky III in 1982.