Marciano, 
Movie made for TV, 1979
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Also known as:
- Rocky Marciano (Brazil)
- Vivir para ganar (Marciano) (Spain)
- Marciano - en champion (Sweden)
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◊ 2026-10-06 18:11 |
![[Image: 2026-10-054.jpg]](http://pics.imcdb.org/17801/26/2026-10-054.jpg) ![[Image: 2026-10-0610.jpg]](http://pics.imcdb.org/17801/26/2026-10-0610.jpg) 1979 made-for-TV biopic about undefeated heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano! This film focuses on Marciano's adult life, from how he got his start boxing, dealing with a controlling manager, and showcasing his relationship with his wife, all the way until his unfortunate death in a plane crash the day before his 46th birthday. Starring Tony Lo Bianco as Rocky Marciano, with Belinda Montgomery, Michael O'Hare, Richard Herd, and Vincent Gardenia. And yes, the Rocky film series and it title character Rocky Balboa were inspired by Marciano. Sylvester Stallone actually Marciano when he was 11, as his stepfather and Rocky Marciano were friends, and it had a huge impression on him. 2-star Cessna ![[Image: 2026-10-068.jpg]](http://pics.imcdb.org/17801/26/2026-10-068.jpg) Set from the early-'40s to August 31st, 1969 Airdate: October 21st, 1979 |
