John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs - Trailer

John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs - Trailer John G. Avildsen’s films have inspired millions of underdogs and shaped popular culture for decades, yet most people don’t even know his name. Discover the unknown legend behind Rocky and The Karate Kid in his official biography about a prolific filmmaker who directed seven actors to Academy Award nominations and earned his own Oscar for Best Director. Directed by: Derek Wayne Johnson Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, John G. Avildsen, Burt Young, Burt Reynolds, Jerry Weintraub, Martin Scorsese, Ralph Macchio, Kevin Connolly, Melissa G. Maltin