John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs

John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs (Discover the unknown legend behind Rocky & The Karate Kid)

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

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John G. Avildsen

As Self

Sylvester Stallone

As Self

Martin Scorsese

As Self

Ralph Macchio

As Self

William Zabka

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Burt Reynolds

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Luke Perry

As Self

Talia Shire

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Carl Weathers

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Burt Young

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