The Rocky franchise gave us some of the best sports films to date and gave Sylvester Stallone worldwide fame. The first Rocky film came out in 1976 and five sequels followed. If you haven’t watched the story of the Italian Stallion, or you want to rewatch it, this guide shares how and where to watch Rocky online from anywhere — including how to watch Rocky for free.

Key Takeaways: Stream Rocky from Anywhere

• There are six Rocky films, and all six can be found on fuboTV and Philo (U.S.) and Amazon Prime Video in the U.K. and Australia. If you’re outside of those countries, you can connect to a VPN server and gain access.
• The first five films are also available on Netflix U.S., but you’ll need to watch the sixth movie, Rocky Balboa, elsewhere.
• ExpressVPN is our top recommendation, with NordVPN being our second choice. Both come with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Although Rocky first debuted in New York City theaters more than 45 years ago, the underdog fighter is still a big part of movieland. Its influential storyline never gets old. While it’s centered around club fighter Rocky Balboa’s boxing career, the themes of ambition, self-belief, respect and reputation are present throughout.

Although streaming services weren’t around back when Rocky first hit the big screen, all six movies are available to watch online. However, where they’re available to stream varies by country, and not every service has all six films. A VPN can help you bypass any restrictions, though, and ExpressVPN is the best service for the task. Read on to find out more.

Where to Watch Rocky Movies Online

Before we tell you where you can watch Rocky online, let’s talk about geoblocks. Geoblocks are restrictions set by streaming services to comply with licensing agreements. That means the U.S. Netflix library might have Rocky, while the U.K. library might not. The same goes for other streaming services, too.

There’s a sneaky way to get around the restrictions, though: use a virtual private network (VPN). For instance, if you’re traveling outside the U.S. but want to access the American Netflix library, you can connect to a U.S. VPN server and log in to your account as usual. The VPN will change your IP address to make it look like you’re located in the U.S.

Which Streaming Services Have Rocky?

There are a few services where you can stream Rocky, with the first being Netflix U.S. However, while you can happily binge your way through the first five Rocky movies, the sixth film, Rocky Balboa, is not available. If you’re in the U.S., you can watch all six Rocky movies on DirecTV Stream, Philo and fuboTV (fuboTV and Philo both have a free trial available).

You can also watch Rocky on Amazon Prime Video, but the U.S. library only has Rocky III, Rocky IV and Rocky V available. That said, you can hop on a VPN server and enjoy all six Rocky films on Amazon Prime U.K. or Australia (you can also find Creed and Creed II in the Australian library).

Wherever you are in the world, if you’re not located in a country where Rocky is available, a VPN can help you access it. For a quick reference, we’ve provided a table of the services where Rocky is available to stream.

If you prefer, you can also rent or buy the Rocky movies from services such as:

• AppleTV
• Vudu
• Amazon Prime
• YouTube
• Google Play

How to Watch Rocky for Free

There are a few ways you can watch Rocky for free. Netflix is a no-go because there’s no free trial, but both Amazon Prime and fuboTV have a free trial available. You get 30 days with Amazon Prime, and fuboTV offers seven days.

Which one you go for will depend on how much time you need to watch all six Rocky movies, but just so you know, fuboTV is only available in the U.S., Canada and Spain. That said, we managed to sign up with a credit card outside of those countries.

On top of a streaming service’s free trial, you can make use of a VPN’s money-back guarantee to get a refund after use and enjoy a completely free experience.

Since Rocky has been out for decades now, it’s most likely available on torrents and free movie websites. We don’t recommend going down that route, though, due to the security risks they pose. If you decide to take the risk, make sure you have a good antivirus program and secure VPN at the ready.

How to Watch Rocky With a VPN

Now, we’ll get into how to watch Rocky with a VPN, using fuboTV as our example, as it’s easy to sign up for a free trial. A VPN will allow you to access fuboTV from anywhere in the world. We’ll use our best overall VPN, ExpressVPN.

1. Subscribe to a VPN Provider

   Go to the ExpressVPN website and sign up for a plan. The annual plan is the cheapest per month, and each plan is covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee.

   

2. Install the VPN App

   Install the VPN app onto your device. After that, open the app and log in to your account.

   

3. Connect to a US Server

   Open the VPN’s server list and connect to a U.S. server. On ExpressVPN, click the three dots and type “United States” into the search bar. Then, click on a suitable server and it should connect. If not, click on the big power button.

   

4. Go to FuboTV

   Go to the fuboTV website and click on “start free trial.”

   

5. Create an Account

   Enter your details to create your fuboTV account. Then click “continue.”

   

6. Choose a Plan

   Pick a fuboTV plan — either the Pro, Elite or Premier plan — and click “continue.” Don’t choose the Latino plan, as it doesn’t come with a free trial. It’ll then ask you if you want to pay monthly or quarterly.

   

7. Provide Your Payment Details

   Enter your payment information and then click “submit.” It will then ask if you want to add any upgrades to your plan. If you don’t, click “skip, I’ll do this later.”

   

8. Set Up Your Profile

   Click on “my profile” and follow the steps to set it up. When you’re done, click “continue.”

   

9. Watch Rocky on FuboTV

   Find the Rocky movie you want to watch by using the search bar. Then click “play” to watch it.

   

The Best VPNs for Watching Rocky

Whichever streaming service you use, you’ll need a reliable VPN provider if you want to unblock the service in a different country. Both of the VPNs we’ve chosen are capable of that and more. Let’s get into their features and pros and cons, starting with our favorite, ExpressVPN.

1. ExpressVPN

If you want a hassle-free VPN experience, we recommend opting for ExpressVPN. You’ll have no trouble accessing whichever streaming services you want, and it has servers in more than 100 countries, meaning you can access many different content libraries. Its speeds are fast too, meaning you won’t end up jabbing the screen because the movie is taking too long to load.

ExpressVPN also has strong security and an easy-to-use app. Its only downfall is its price. It’s not the cheapest on the market, but you get top-quality service for your money. If you want to know more, you can read our ExpressVPN review. You can also test drive it with its 30-day money-back guarantee.

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2. NordVPN

Our second recommendation is NordVPN, which is another service that has no problem accessing streaming platforms. Our speed tests revealed that it has the fastest VPN speeds around, and it has plenty of servers in different countries for accessing various streaming libraries. 

NordVPN’s app is a little different from ExpressVPN’s because it includes an interactive map. This adds a nice touch and a user-friendly alternative to the standard list, but it isn’t great on mobile. NordVPN’s long-term cost is more attractive than ExpressVPN’s, and there’s a 30-day money-back guarantee available. Read our NordVPN review for more information.

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Cast, Characters & Plot: Rocky

Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) starts out as a club fighter taking minor fights and working as a debt collector for local loan shark Gazzo just to make ends meet. Soon, Rocky is given a shot at a title fight, giving him the chance to prove himself and earn some respect.

After becoming the World Heavyweight Champion, Rocky faces new challenges and continues to defend his title while relishing in his newfound fame and wealth. After retirement, Rocky becomes the trainer, before taking up one last fight.

The movies are simple and fun with a lot of heart. The story combines a good mix of hope, romance and drama. It also provides motivational and inspirational messages, to stay positive and persistent, and never give up. 

Many of the characters are the same throughout the Rocky series, but here are the main cast members:

• Rocky Balboa — Sylvester Stallone
• Mickey Goldmill — Burgess Meredith
• Adrian Pennino — Talia Shire
• Paulie Pennino — Burt Young
• Apollo Creed — Carl Weathers
• Thunderlips — Hulk Hogan
• Captain Ivan Drago — Dolph Lundgren
• Tony “Duke” Evers — Tony Burton
• Tommy Gunn — Tommy Morrison
• Clubber Lang — Mr. T
• Rocky Balboa Jr. — Sage Stallone

Final Thoughts

If you want to rewatch Rocky, or it’s been on your watchlist since forever, grab some popcorn and get comfy. There are plenty of options for watching all six Rocky movies online on demand, but remember that those options will vary by location.

A VPN can help you bypass any blocks you come across, and ExpressVPN is the cream of the crop at unblocking streaming services. You can see for yourself with its 30-day money-back guarantee.

Once you’re done rewatching Rocky, head over to our entertainment page to find other captivating movies and TV shows. We recently published a guide on where to watch Good Will Hunting, where to watch Great Expectations and where to watch Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

Will you need a VPN to watch Rocky? If yes, which one will you go with? If you’ve already watched the Rocky films, which is your favorite? Have you ever run to the top of the Rocky steps in Philadelphia? Let us know in the comment section and, as always, thank you for reading.

FAQ

• Is the Rocky Series on Netflix?

  Yes, you can stream Rocky movies on Netflix U.S. However, the sixth movie, Rocky Balboa, is not on Netflix

• Is Rocky on Max?

  No, you can’t stream any of the Rocky movies on Max.

• Is Rocky on Disney Plus?

  No, the Rocky franchise is not available on Disney Plus.

• Is Rocky on Any Streaming Service?

  Yes, you can watch all six Rocky movies on fuboTV and Philo in the U.S. and Amazon Prime in Australia and the U.K. Rocky one through five are available on Netflix U.S., too. If you’re outside any of those countries, a VPN can help you gain access.