I Play Rocky North America Box Office: Amazon MGM Scores Big With Anthony Ippolito Starrer, Rakes In Close To $350K In 3 Days

I Play Rocky is a biographical drama by Peter Farrelly that began its theatrical journey this weekend. But it was a limited release, and it demonstrated Sylvester Stallone’s box-office power in North America. The film will have wide release later this month but its limited release numbers are also worth noting. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Anthony Ippolito appears as Sylvester Stallone in this biography, which follows the development and production of the film Rocky. The critics have praised the film, calling it a feel-good celebration of the underdog who created one of cinema’s greatest underdogs. While it may not pack the same punch as the original, the film delivers a compelling experience, largely thanks to Anthony’s uncanny portrayal of Stallone.

I Play Rocky’s opening weekend collection in North America

I Play Rocky, from Amazon MGM, began its limited release, and this weekend the film debuted in just 7 theaters in North America. It has collected a solid $345k over just seven theaters during its three-day limited opening weekend at the North American box office. This translated into an impressive per-theater average of $49k [via Box Office Mojo], marking a knockout debut for the film.

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This impressive debut gives the film a strong foundation for a potential theatrical expansion, which is set to happen later this month. Its stellar per-theater average signals promising audience interest, positioning the drama well as it begins its theatrical run.

More about the movie

The film follows the electrifying true story of an unknown actor, Sylvester Stallone, who firmly believes he is destined not only to write Rocky but also to portray its iconic underdog, Rocky Balboa. Despite facing rejection at every turn, Stallone risks everything to secure the lead role, taking on seemingly impossible odds to bring his vision to life.

AnnaSophia Robb, Toby Kebbell, P. J. Byrne, Jay Duplass, Matt Dillon, Stephan James, and Tracy Letts appear in supporting roles. Anthony Ippolito starrer I Play Rocky, which was released on November 6.

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