Real Boxers Wanted for I Play Rocky (NYC/NJ)

The upcoming Amazon MGM feature film I Play Rocky, directed by Academy Award-winner Peter Farrelly, is now casting real boxers in the NYC/NJ area. This biographical drama follows Sylvester Stallone’s underdog journey behind the making of Rocky (1976), with Anthony Ippolito starring as Stallone.

📌 Project Details

• Film Title: I Play Rocky

• Director: Peter Farrelly

• Writer: Peter Gamble

• Distributor: Amazon MGM (theatrical release TBD)

• Pay: $234 / 8 hrs (SAG-AFTRA)

• Location: NYC/NJ area

• Shoot Dates: Oct 28, Oct 29, Dec 4, 2025

🎭 Casting Call – Real Boxers

• 🥊 Real boxers of all skill levels

• 🧑 Ages 18+ only

• Must be local to NYC/NJ

• Okay with 1970s-style longer/shaggier hair

• Comfortable around atmospheric smoke

• Include height, weight, clothing & shoe sizes

📝 How to Apply

Email ROCKY@******.COM with subject line: BOXERS. Include:

• Full name, phone number

• SAG-AFTRA status (member or non-union)

• Availability (Oct 28, Oct 29, Dec 4)

• Boxing experience/skill level

• Tattoos or piercings (if any)

• Confirmation you’re 18+

• Current photos (close-up + full body)

✨ Step into the ring — and onto the big screen — with I Play Rocky!