John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs

John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs

John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs

Discover the unknown legend behind Rocky & The Karate Kid

201778m6.7English

Documentary

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

Cast

John G. Avildsen

John G. Avildsen

Self

Sylvester Stallone

Sylvester Stallone

Self

Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese

Self

Ralph Macchio

Ralph Macchio

Self

William Zabka

William Zabka

Self

Burt Reynolds

Burt Reynolds

Self

Luke Perry

Luke Perry

Self

Talia Shire

Talia Shire

Self

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