‘Rocky’s Original Ending Failed To Pack a Punch

There’s nothing more iconic than hearing Sylvester Stallone crying out “Adrian!" at the end of Rocky (1979). It’s a beautiful and impactful moment after the Italian Stallion goes the distance against the toughest and most revered boxer, Apollo Creed (Carl Weathers), and proves that not every underdog can win the day but can ultimately seize it by showing their worth. Forty-eight years later, this final scene has been cemented into the history of classic cinema, inspiring the continuing Rocky franchise today.