Rocky s biography

In the pantheon of inspirational sports movies, it's no secret that the "Rocky" franchise stands head-and-shoulders above the rest.

The story of an intrepid southpaw from Philadelphia, the series follows Rocky Balboa across nine installments, and over the years, it's become one of the most beloved franchises in film history.

After all, Rocky is the perpetual underdog who overcomes any obstacle in his path, whether he's jogging up a lot of stairs, battling cancer, or knocking out some pretty heinous opponents.

In every film, he proves his grit, determination, and rock-solid jaw. And since it's been nearly 50 years since the boxer first stepped into the ring against Apollo Creed, it's worth taking a look at Rocky's story from beginning to end.

More importantly, it's worth highlighting the friends, family, and loved ones that he's scooped up along the way to his status as a sports movie legend. To help kee