Rocky / Creed Movies: Creed Focus
This watch order follows Adonis Creed's story while including the essential Rocky films needed for context. Beginning with Rocky's origin and the key films that establish his relationship with Apollo Creed, this order provides the necessary background to fully appreciate Adonis's journey.
The watch list is meant for viewers who want to focus on the modern Creed trilogy while understanding the legacy and relationships that drive the story, particularly the connection between the Creed and Balboa families.
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Rocky
An underdog boxer from Philadelphia gets an unexpected shot at fighting the world heavyweight champion in this inspiring sports drama.
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Rocky III
After suffering a devastating loss and personal tragedy, Rocky Balboa must rebuild his fighting spirit with help from former rival Apollo Creed to reclaim his championship glory.
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Rocky IV
When Apollo Creed is killed in the ring by Soviet boxer Ivan Drago, Rocky Balboa must overcome his grief and travel to Russia to face the formidable opponent in a fight for honor and revenge.
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Creed
The son of legendary boxer Apollo Creed seeks out Rocky Balboa to train him as he pursues his own boxing career, continuing the legacy of two fighting families.
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Creed II
Adonis Creed faces his toughest challenge yet when he must train for a fight against an opponent connected to his family's history, while balancing his personal responsibilities.
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Creed III
After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed faces his toughest challenge when his childhood friend Damian Anderson emerges from prison, eager to claim his shot at the title. The confrontation between former friends becomes deeply personal as both fighters have everything to prove.
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Other Film Series
Airport
A 1970s disaster movie franchise featuring airline catastrophes and all-star ensemble casts.
No Retreat, No Surrender
A trilogy of standalone martial arts action films connected only by title and shared themes of underdog fighters facing overwhelming odds.
The Punisher
Three completely separate reboot films featuring Frank Castle's vigilante crusade, each with different actors, settings, and interpretations of the character.
Top Gun
High-flying action films following Navy pilot Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell through his career at the elite Fighter Weapons School.
Vengeance
Park Chan-wook's acclaimed thematic trilogy exploring the moral complexities and devastating consequences of revenge through three standalone Korean films, plus an American remake.
Zoe Saldaña
Accomplished actress who became a sci-fi franchise icon through starring roles in Avatar, Star Trek, and Guardians of the Galaxy while maintaining a diverse career across multiple genres.