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Rocky IV
One sheet theatrical release poster for the 1985 film Rocky IV, written by, directed by, and starring Sylvester Stallone. The poster features an iconic, patriotic image of Rocky Balboa draped in the American flag after a hard-fought victory, symbolizing the film's heavy Cold War themes of the era.
Film Overview

Release Date: The movie premiered in Los Angeles on November 21, 1985, and opened nationwide in the United States on November 27, 1985.
Plot: Rocky Balboa travels to the Soviet Union to fight the powerhouse Ivan Drago (played by Dolph Lundgren) to avenge the death of his friend and former rival, Apollo Creed.
Success: It became the highest-grossing film in the Rocky franchise, earning over $300 million worldwide.
Music: The film features famous 1980s tracks like "Burning Heart" by Survivor and "Living in America" by James Brown.

Poster Trivia
The poster has been a point of lighthearted debate among fans for years because it essentially spoils the ending by showing a victorious, battered Rocky being hoisted up with the American flag—a clear indication of his win before audiences even saw the movie.
In 2021, Stallone released a Director's Cut titled Rocky IV: Rocky vs. Drago, which featured alternate poster art and removed several scenes from the original version, including the infamous robot character, Sico.
Rocky IV - Before (Poster)
Before