Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Michael B. Jordan
Discover the career path of Michael B. Jordan, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Michael B. Jordan is a prominent American actor, producer, and director. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in films like *Fruitvale Station*, *Creed*, and *Black Panther*, all collaborations with director Ryan Coogler. Jordan further solidified his place in the *Creed* franchise, reprising his role in *Creed II* and making his directorial debut with *Creed III*.
1999: Early Television Appearances
In 1999, Michael B. Jordan began his professional acting career with brief appearances in single episodes of the television series Cosby and The Sopranos.
2001: First Principal Film Role in Hardball
In 2001, Michael B. Jordan had his first principal film role in Hardball, which starred Keanu Reeves.
March 2003: Joining the Cast of All My Children
In March 2003, Michael B. Jordan joined the cast of All My Children, replacing Chadwick Boseman in the role of Reggie Montgomery.
2003: Starring in All My Children
From 2003, Michael B. Jordan starred in the ABC soap opera All My Children.
June 2006: Release from All My Children Contract
In June 2006, Michael B. Jordan was released from his contract with All My Children.
2006: End of All My Children Role
In 2006, Michael B. Jordan's role in the ABC soap opera All My Children ended.
2008: Appearance in Music Video
In 2008, Michael B. Jordan appeared in the music video "Did You Wrong" by rhythm and blues artist Pleasure P.
2011: End of Role in Friday Night Lights
In 2011, Michael B. Jordan's role in Friday Night Lights concluded after two seasons.
2012: Roles in Red Tails, Chronicle, and House
In 2012, Michael B. Jordan appeared in the film Red Tails, and played lead character Steve Montgomery in Chronicle. He also guest-starred in an episode of House.
2013: Starring in Fruitvale Station and Recognition
In 2013, Michael B. Jordan starred as Oscar Grant in Fruitvale Station, directed by Ryan Coogler, garnering critical acclaim. Following this role, he was named an "actor to watch" by People and Variety, and was recognized by Time, Entertainment Weekly, and GQ.
2013: Starring in Fruitvale Station
In 2013, Michael B. Jordan starred in Fruitvale Station, which was written and directed by Ryan Coogler, earning him critical acclaim.
2014: Starring in That Awkward Moment
In 2014, Michael B. Jordan starred in the film That Awkward Moment.
2015: Role in Fantastic Four and Creed
In 2015, Michael B. Jordan starred as Johnny Storm in Fantastic Four, which was critically panned. However, he also starred as Adonis Creed in Creed, receiving critical acclaim.
2015: Starring in Creed
In 2015, Michael B. Jordan starred in Creed, which was written and directed by Ryan Coogler, earning him critical acclaim.
October 2017: Cast in Raising Dion
In October 2017, Michael B. Jordan was announced to be cast in a supporting role in the Netflix superhero series Raising Dion.
February 2018: Starring as Erik Killmonger in Black Panther
In February 2018, Michael B. Jordan starred as the villain Erik Killmonger in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Black Panther, receiving critical acclaim for his performance.
November 21, 2018: Release of Creed II
On November 21, 2018, Creed II was released in the United States, receiving generally positive reviews and marking the biggest debut for a live-action release over Thanksgiving.
2018: Starring in Black Panther and Creed II
In 2018, Michael B. Jordan starred in Black Panther, written and directed by Ryan Coogler, earning him critical acclaim. He also reprised his role of Creed in Creed II.
2018: Starring in Fahrenheit 451
In 2018, Michael B. Jordan starred in and produced the HBO film Fahrenheit 451, for which he was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie.
January 2019: Voicing Julian Chase in Gen:Lock
Since January 2019, Michael B. Jordan has voiced the character Julian Chase in Rooster Teeth's animated series Gen:Lock, which he also co-produced.
December 2019: Starring in Just Mercy Release
In December 2019, the legal drama Just Mercy, starring Michael B. Jordan as attorney Bryan Stevenson, was released to critical acclaim. Jordan also co-produced the film.
2019: Starring in Just Mercy
In 2019, Michael B. Jordan starred in Just Mercy, portraying Bryan Stevenson.
September 18, 2020: Original Planned Release Date for Without Remorse
September 18, 2020 was the originally planned release date for Without Remorse, starring Michael B. Jordan.
April 30, 2021: Release of Without Remorse
On April 30, 2021, Without Remorse, starring Michael B. Jordan, was released after a delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021: Marvel Role, Cameo, and Starring Role
In 2021, Michael B. Jordan reprised his role as Erik "Killmonger" Stevens in two episodes of What If...?, made a cameo appearance in Space Jam: A New Legacy, and starred in A Journal for Jordan.
December 2022: Part-Owner of AFC Bournemouth
In December 2022, Michael B. Jordan was announced as a part-owner of English soccer club AFC Bournemouth.
2022: Role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
In 2022, Michael B. Jordan reprised his Marvel role as Erik "Killmonger" Stevens in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
2025: Upcoming Role in Sinners
In 2025, Michael B. Jordan is slated to star in Sinners, which is written and directed by Ryan Coogler. This film will be the fifth collaboration between Jordan and Coogler.
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