Michael B. Jordan and Tessa Thompson Went to Couples Therapy as Their ‘Creed 3’ Characters: ‘It Was Very Weird’

By now, you’ve heard that the boxing drama “Creed III” has been a massive hit—the number #1 movie at the box office this past weekend, already over $110 million worldwide—and that’s been a huge boon to actor Michael B. Jordan, who not only stars in the franchise but made his directorial debut with the third film in this franchise.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer On the heels of the success of MGM’s “Creed III,” Michael B. Jordan and Amazon are in talks for a film and TV universe expanding the “Creed” world, Variety has confirmed. Details are scarce regarding what projects are being discussed, but sources say the conversations are underway. Amazon declined comment and a representative for Jordan did not immediately respond to Variety‘s request. “Creed III” emerged victorious at the box office with its impressive $58.7 million debut, setting a franchise record while dethroning two-time domestic charts champ “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.”

An incredible bond. Starring in the most prominent boxing movies of the past generation, many moviegoers might be stumped by the question of if Michael B. Jordan and Tessa Thompson are dating IRL because their on-screen chemistry is so believable.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter After better-than-expected starts at the domestic and international box office, “Creed III” has already surpassed the $100 million mark globally. Directed by Michael B. Jordan in his feature filmmaking debut, the latest “Creed” movie has collected $58.7 million in North America and $41.8 million overseas to land the biggest opening worldwide in the trilogy. The $75 million-budgeted “Creed III” is the most expensive film in the trilogy (its predecessors cost $35 million and $50 million, respectively), but it already appears to be well-positioned in its theatrical run.

Michael B. Jordan has the future of the Creed franchise on his thoughts.

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Michael B. Jordan is taking a seat in the director’s chair for — exclusively out in theaters today March 3, 2023.Get TicketsAfter a few years away from the ring, Adonis «Donnie» Creed is enjoying the family and life he’s built for himself.

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Rocky universe with Creed III  today (March 3), as the film is released in cinemas.Creed III is the ninth instalment of the Rocky franchise and the first without Sylvester Stallone’s titular boxer. It also marks the directorial debut of Michael B.

Creed III hits cinemas today (March 3) but does the ninth installment of the Rocky franchise have a post-credits scene?The follow-up to 2018’s Creed II sees Michael B. Jordan return as Creed Adonis, the son of Rocky’s longtime rival Apollo. The film also introduces Jonathan Majors as Damian while Tessa Thompson returns as Bianca Taylor.A synopsis for the film reads: “Still dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed is thriving in his career and family life.

decades-old film franchises out there to which I say: Keep making more, please.The pulse-pounding “Creed III” is the ninth movie in the series. And although there is nary a mention of Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Balboa in this one, the indomitable spirit, grit and heart that made the 1976 original a surprise hit is still alive — 47 years later.Running time: 116 minutes. Rated PG-13 (intense sports action, violence and some strong language).

Michael B. Jordan is returning to the ring in , exclusively in theaters on Friday, March 3.Not only is the 36-year-old actor reprising his role as Adonis Creed in the highly anticipated movie, but he is also making his directorial debut — and he’s doing it all in style. To commemorate the third installment of the  spinoff franchise, Ralph Lauren teamed up with the major motion picture for Adonis Creed for Ralph Lauren, a Made to Measure program where fans can purchase custom Ralph Lauren looks from a film for the very first time. Shop Ralph Lauren for CreedIn the boxing drama, the fictional light heavyweight wears the fashion brand throughout various scenes and acts as the face of a Ralph Lauren Purple Label campaign, and now, you can get your hands on six of these same tailored styles. Think: An array of double-breasted suits in pinstripe gray and navy, sweatshirts in a luxurious terry cloth fabric, a classic black trench coat, and more.The Made to Measure collaboration will be available for custom order at select stores and online starting today, Thursday, March 2, and each piece includes a special Custom Tailored for Adonis Creed label.

Michael B. Jordan just went from man to legend. On Wednesday, the 36-year-old received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cemented in front of Funko Hollywood on Hollywood Blvd.

Angelique Jackson It’s just before noon in early February and Michael B. Jordan is settling into a director’s chair on the other end of a Zoom connection. He’s in Mexico City, preparing for one of the biggest nights of his life — the world premiere of his directorial debut, “Creed III” — an event that happens to coincide with Jordan’s 36th birthday. “I’ve got my first movie premiere for a movie I directed. What bigger celebration can happen?” Jordan asks, thinking ahead to the frenzied fans who will await him on the red carpet later that evening. “It’s kind of crazy. I’m very grateful. I’ve had birthday parties, I’ve done my fair share, but this is something special.”

Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut has been a long time in the making! The 36-year-old pulled double duty as director and star for the highly anticipated third installment of the spinoff franchise, , and according to critics, he did the thing.«It feels good, it feels like people are getting the work, you know? They understand what we're trying to say, what we are doing and it feels good to be understood a little bit,» the star tells ET's Nischelle Turner.

Tessa Thompson is all of us when we saw Michael B. Jordan in his new underwear ad for Calvin Klein.ET's Nischelle Turner spoke with Thompson at the premiere of her new film, , where she shared her reaction to the NSFW pics of her longtime friend and co-star.«Some thoughts you can't talk about, you know? Thompson quipped. „Some thoughts just exist.

Michael B. Jordan is taking a seat in the director’s chair for — out exclusively out in theaters March 3, 2023Get TicketsAfter a few years away from the ring, «Donnie» Creed is enjoying the family and life he’s built for himself.

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Creed III is hitting theaters on Friday and the cast stepped out for the L.A. premiere ahead of the release!

Michael B. Jordan not only stars in Creed III but also makes his directorial debut. During the Hollywood premiere at the Chinese Theatre, Jordan introduced the entire cast of the film and gave an emotional speech.