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Rocky began in 1976 and the story has never fully stopped. Six Rocky films run to 2006, and the Creed films pick up from there, following Adonis Creed, the son of Apollo Creed. Release order is the order to use.
The Rocky films (1976-2006) are the original saga. The Creed films (2015-2023) are spin-offs that follow Adonis Creed, and they build on the Rocky story. Creed II brings back a rival from Rocky IV.
The Rocky films
- Rocky 1976
- Rocky II 1979
- Rocky III 1982
- Rocky IV 1985
- Rocky V 1990
- Rocky Balboa 2006
The Creed films
- Creed 2015
- Creed II 2018
- Creed III 2023
How to watch the Rocky and Creed movies
Watch in release order. If you want a lighter route:
- Full run: all nine films in release order.
- Short route: Rocky, Rocky IV, Creed and Creed II.
- Newcomers: Creed works as a starting point, but it is richer if you have seen Rocky.
Track Rocky and Creed in Cinopsys
In Cinopsys you can build a Rocky and Creed list, tick each film off as you watch it, and rate them as you go. A short franchise like this is easy to finish, and the list keeps your place if you pause between films.
Go the distance
Nine films, one list. Start with Rocky and let Cinopsys keep count.
Frequently asked questions
What order should I watch the Rocky and Creed movies in?
Release order: Rocky (1976), Rocky II (1979), Rocky III (1982), Rocky IV (1985), Rocky V (1990), Rocky Balboa (2006), Creed (2015), Creed II (2018) and Creed III (2023).
How many Rocky movies are there?
There are six Rocky films, from 1976 to 2006, followed by three Creed spin-offs, from 2015 to 2023.
Do I need to watch Rocky before Creed?
No, but Creed II in particular builds on Rocky IV, so watching Rocky first helps.
Who is Adonis Creed?
He is the son of Apollo Creed, Rocky's rival and friend, and the lead character of the Creed films.