Ryan Coogler, who’s directed Jordan in the past in Fruitvale Station, Black Panther and the previous Creed films was very happy about his friend’s transition moving behind the camera.
“The films of Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky franchise have always been important to me and my family. It was an honor to help bring the Creed franchise to life with Sly, Michael, Tessa, Irwin, and all the creative parties involved,” the acclaimed director expressed to Variety.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled to see Mike in the director’s chair on the third installment. The team at Proximity and I are excited about the story Keenan and Zach have crafted and can’t wait to help bring it to life.”
Prior to lacing up his gloves for Creed III, Jordan will next star in Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse and is currently filming the Denzel Washington-directed Journal for Jordan.
