Rocky IV (1985) Cast Then and Now 2022 How They Changed

Rocky’s close friend Apollo Creed decides to fight him instead in an exhibition but is fatally beaten and killed in the ring by Drago. Enraged, Rocky decides to fight Drago in the Soviet Union to avenge the death of his friend and defend the honor of his country. Critical reception was mixed, but the film was a huge success at the box office, earning $300 million. While the film marked Carl Weathers’ final appearance in the series, his character would still be referenced in each subsequent film. Its success led to a fifth film, released in 1990. Rocky Vs Drago, was released on November 11, 2021, in theaters, before releasing on digital the following day. This version received better reviews from critics.