John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs

John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs

Discover the unknown legend behind Rocky & The Karate Kid

2017 · Documentary · 1h 18m · 6.8

An examination of the Oscar-winning director who brought to life some of cinema's most beloved motion pictures.

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Cast

John G. Avildsen
John G. Avildsen
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Sylvester Stallone
Sylvester Stallone
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Martin Scorsese
Martin Scorsese
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Ralph Macchio
Ralph Macchio
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William Zabka
William Zabka
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Burt Reynolds
Burt Reynolds
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Luke Perry
Luke Perry
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Talia Shire
Talia Shire
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Carl Weathers
Carl Weathers
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Burt Young
Burt Young
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Kevin Connolly
Kevin Connolly
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Jerry Weintraub
Jerry Weintraub
Self

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