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 an accomplished American actor, producer, and director, gaining prominence for his powerful performances in critically acclaimed films. He is particularly recognized for his collaborations with director Ryan Coogler, starring as Oscar Grant in "Fruitvale Station," Adonis Creed in the "Creed" boxing franchise, and the complex villain Erik Killmonger in "Black Panther." Jordan not only starred in but also directed "Creed III", showcasing his expanding role in filmmaking.
1999: Early Television Appearances
In 1999, Michael B. Jordan made brief appearances in single episodes of the television series "Cosby" and "The Sopranos", beginning his career as a professional actor.
2001: First Principal Film Role in Hardball
In 2001, Michael B. Jordan had his first principal film role in "Hardball", starring Keanu Reeves.
March 2003: Joined All My Children Cast
In March 2003, Michael B. Jordan joined the cast of "All My Children", replacing Chadwick Boseman as Reggie Montgomery.
2003: Starred in All My Children
In 2003, Michael B. Jordan began starring in the ABC soap opera "All My Children".
June 2006: Released 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: Appeared in Music Video
In 2008, Michael B. Jordan appeared in the music video "Did You Wrong" by R&B artist Pleasure P.
2012: Appeared in Red Tails, Chronicle, and House
In 2012, Michael B. Jordan appeared in the George Lucas-produced film "Red Tails", played the lead in "Chronicle", and guest-starred in an episode of "House's" final season.
2013: Starred in Fruitvale Station and Received Acclaim
In 2013, Michael B. Jordan starred as Oscar Grant in "Fruitvale Station", receiving critical acclaim. He was named an "actor to watch" by People and Variety. Time magazine named him one of 30 people under 30 changing the world, and he was named one of 2013's breakout stars by Entertainment Weekly and GQ.
2013: Starred in Fruitvale Station
In 2013, Michael B. Jordan starred as Oscar Grant in the drama "Fruitvale Station", directed by Ryan Coogler.
2014: Starred in That Awkward Moment
In 2014, Michael B. Jordan starred in the film "That Awkward Moment".
2015: Starred in Creed
In 2015, Michael B. Jordan starred as Adonis Creed in "Creed", directed by Ryan Coogler.
2015: Starred in Fantastic Four and Creed
In 2015, Michael B. Jordan starred as Johnny Storm in "Fantastic Four", which received negative reviews. Later in 2015, he starred as Adonis Creed in "Creed", which received critical acclaim.
October 2017: Cast in Raising Dion
In October 2017, Michael B. Jordan was cast in a supporting role as Mark Warren in the Netflix superhero series "Raising Dion".
February 2018: Starred in Black Panther
In February 2018, Michael B. Jordan starred as Erik Killmonger in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film "Black Panther".
November 21, 2018: Creed II Released
On November 21, 2018, "Creed II" was released in the United States by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, debuting to $35.3 million in its opening weekend.
2018: Starred in Black Panther and Creed II
In 2018, Michael B. Jordan starred as Erik Killmonger in "Black Panther", directed by Ryan Coogler. He also reprised his role as Adonis Creed in "Creed II".
January 2019: Co-produced Gen:Lock
Since January 2019, Michael B. Jordan has co-produced Rooster Teeth's animated series "Gen:Lock" through his production company, Outlier Society Productions, while also voicing the character Julian Chase.
December 2019: Just Mercy Film Release
In December 2019, "Just Mercy", a legal drama co-produced by and starring Michael B. Jordan as attorney Bryan Stevenson, was released to critical acclaim.
2019: Starred in Just Mercy
In 2019, Michael B. Jordan portrayed Bryan Stevenson in the film "Just Mercy".
September 18, 2020: Original Planned Release of Without Remorse
September 18, 2020 was the original planned release date for Without Remorse, starring Michael B. Jordan, however, the release was delayed due to COVID-19.
April 30, 2021: Without Remorse Released
On April 30, 2021, "Without Remorse", starring Michael B. Jordan as John Kelly, was released due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021: Reprised Role in What If...? and Starred in A Journal for Jordan
In 2021, Michael B. Jordan reprised his role as Erik "Killmonger" Stevens in two episodes of "What If...?" and starred in "A Journal for Jordan", directed by Denzel Washington.
December 2022: Part-Owner of AFC Bournemouth
In December 2022, Michael B. Jordan was announced as part-owner of English football club AFC Bournemouth.
2022: Appeared in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
In 2022, Michael B. Jordan made an appearance in "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever".
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