The original Oscar-winning movie premiered in New York City on November 20, 1976. It spawned five sequels and became a cultural phenomenon that has more than stood the test of time, grossing $1.27 billion worldwide.

Our October issue is available on digital starting September 8, while the print copy will be available on newsstands starting the 29th.

What you can expect in our October 2026 issue:

By Christina Newland: Sylvester Stallone’s passion project tapped into societal trends and universal dreams to give the world a boxing icon

By Tom Gray: Since the first movie in 1976, the Bible of Boxing has been there for every step of the hero’s journey

By Brian Harty: Rocky perfected a technique that has expanded beyond sports movies to every genre in cinema

By Gareth A Davies: Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua remains a superfire blockbuster, but can it still be a good fight?

By Joseph Santoliquito: O’Shaquie Foster talks about the many lessons he has learned during his difficult climb to a world title

By Don Stradley: After Joe Louis’ crushing loss to Rocky Marciano, the Brown Bomber was left to search for a new purpose

By Ron Lipton: A mythical matchup between two of boxing’s greatest and grittiest heavyweight champions