Hey movie lovers are you ready for a serious dose of Michael B. Jordan ? Because 2025 is shaping up to be the year of MBJ and we are absolutely not complaining. From boxing rings to supernatural scares and even a return to a post-apocalyptic world Michael B. Jordan is coming at us from all angles and we've got all the details.
'Creed III' Knocks Out Streaming on Peacock: Time to Relive Donnie's Latest Fight
First up for all you streaming fans get your popcorn ready because Creed III is officially heading to Peacock on April 1st! No April Fools joke here this is the real deal. If you missed it in theaters or just want to watch Adonis "Donnie" Creed back in action now is your chance to catch Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut from your couch.
Creed III was a huge hit both with critics and at the box office. It made over $276 million worldwide proving the Rocky franchise still packs a punch even with a new generation. Jordan not only starred as Donnie but he also directed making this a real passion project for him. critics loved it giving it an awesome 89% score on Rotten Tomatoes especially praising Jordan's and Jonathan Majors' performances.
In this movie Donnie is facing a new kind of challenge. His old friend Damian "Diamond Dame" Anderson played by Jonathan Majors comes back into his life after being in prison. Tensions rise and things get personal leading to a massive showdown in the ring. It is not just about boxing either. Donnie is dealing with family stuff too with Tessa Thompson back as his wife Bianca and Phylicia Rashad returning as his mom Mary Anne. One thing you won't see though is Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa. This is the first Creed film without him due to some creative differences but don't worry there is still plenty of heart and knockout action to go around.
'Sinners' Movie Brings Supernatural Thrills: Michael B. Jordan Battles Evil (and Plays Twins!)
If horror is more your thing then mark your calendars for April 18th 2025. That's when Michael B. Jordan's new movie Sinners hits theaters. This one is a total change of pace from boxing gloves to vampire scares and it sounds seriously intense.
Sinners is a supernatural thriller that reunites Jordan with Ryan Coogler the director who helmed both Black Panther and Creed. So you know this is going to be something special. And get this Jordan is playing twin brothers Smoke and Stack in the movie. Talk about double the MBJ!
The movie is set in the Jim Crow-era South and has a really unique vibe blending historical drama with supernatural horror. Jordan's twin characters are trying to start fresh in their hometown but they quickly realize there is a dark evil lurking in the form of vampires. Yep vampires in the Jim Crow South. Intriguing right? The trailers and teasers are already building some serious buzz and even Spike Lee is praising the movie.
Box office predictions for Sinners are looking solid too with potential for a $30-$50 million opening weekend. Horror movies can be unpredictable but with Jordan and Coogler teaming up again and a fresh take on vampires this one could be a real hit.
'I Am Legend 2' on the Horizon: The Sequel We've Been Waiting For (Maybe Even More Than 'Sinners'?)
But wait there is even more Michael B. Jordan horror goodness coming. While Sinners is exciting some fans are even more hyped for another project on Jordan's slate: I Am Legend 2. Yes a sequel to the 2007 Will Smith blockbuster is actually happening and Jordan is starring alongside Smith himself.
Talk about a sequel people have been waiting for. Rumors of an I Am Legend follow-up have been floating around for years since 2008 to be exact but it finally became official in 2022. Jordan and Smith are leading the cast and Steven Caple Jr. who directed Creed II is in talks to direct. I Am Legend was a massive success making $585 million worldwide so expectations for the sequel are sky-high.
What's the plot for I Am Legend 2? Details are still secret but we know it will take place decades after the first movie and will ignore the original ending where Will Smith's character Robert Neville dies. Some theories suggest it might even follow the ending of the original novel. Either way the combination of Michael B. Jordan and Will Smith in a post-apocalyptic vampire-ish world is definitely something to get excited about.
Michael B. Jordan's 2025 Lineup: Key Projects at a Glance
- Creed III (Streaming April 1 2025 on Peacock): Michael B. Jordan directs and stars as Adonis Creed in the latest installment of the boxing drama franchise.
- Sinners (Theatrical Release April 18 2025): Supernatural horror thriller directed by Ryan Coogler starring Jordan in a dual role as twin brothers battling vampires in the Jim Crow South.
- I Am Legend 2 (Upcoming Sequel): Jordan to star alongside Will Smith in the highly anticipated sequel to the post-apocalyptic horror hit I Am Legend. Release date TBD.
Get Ready for the Year of MBJ: From the Ring to the Supernatural Michael B. Jordan is Dominating 2025
So there you have it. Michael B. Jordan is set to have a massive 2025. Whether you are into sports dramas horror flicks or just want to see MBJ on screen there is something for everyone. Creed III is hitting streaming Sinners is coming to theaters and I Am Legend 2 is looming on the horizon. Get ready for a wild ride because the year of Michael B. Jordan is officially here!