Michael B. Jordan
Born February 9, 1987 · Santa Ana, California, USA
Michael B. Jordan is an American actor, producer, and director born February 9, 1987. He initially broke out in television with roles in The Wire and All My Children before making his film breakthrough as Oscar Grant in Fruitvale Station. His performances in films such as Black Panther and Creed earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Actor for Sinners.
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Films reviewed
7.3
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Swapped
Best-reviewed
2018–2027
Years active
Biography
Michael Bakari Jordan (/bɑːˈkɑːri/ bah-KAR-ee; born February 9, 1987) is an American actor, producer, and director. His accolades include an Academy Award, three Actor Awards, and a Producers Guild Award, in addition to nominations for a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award and two Emmy Awards. Jordan was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time in 2020 and 2023, People's Sexiest Man Alive in 2020, and The New York Times ranked him 15th on its list of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century.
Jordan initially broke out in television, playing Wallace in the first season of the HBO crime drama series The Wire (2002). He starred in the ABC soap opera All My Children (2003–2006) and the NBC sports drama series Friday Night Lights (2009–2011). He later starred in and produced the HBO television film Fahrenheit 451 (2018), for which he was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie.
Jordan's film breakthrough came as Oscar Grant in Ryan Coogler's biopic Fruitvale Station (2013), for which his performance received critical praise. He earned further acclaim for his performances in Coogler's subsequent films, including Creed (2015), Black Panther (2018), and Sinners (2025); the latter earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor. Jordan reprised his role of Donnie Creed in Creed II (2018) and Creed III (2023), the latter of which also marked his directorial debut. His other films include Chronicle (2012), That Awkward Moment (2014), Fantastic Four (2015), and Just Mercy (2019).
Aside from filmmaking, Jordan is also a co-owner of Premier League club AFC Bournemouth.
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“The public reaction to "Swapped" is largely positive, with some reviewers finding the performances, visuals, and emotional moments enjoyable and well-executed. Reviews range from 2-3 stars, but many praise the movie's plot twist and characters. A few reviewers express disappointment with the surprise ending, which they felt killed their investment in the story.”
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“The public reaction to "Black Panther" is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its unique storytelling, well-developed characters, and cultural significance. Review excerpts suggest that some critics find the movie overhyped or overrated, while others believe it showcases Marvel's best qualities. The response to the trailer reveals a strong emotional connection for those who have seen the film, including Chadwick Boseman's tribute.”
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Selected Filmography
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen(2009)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon(2014)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert(2015)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation(2000)TV Series · 1 epas Morris
- House(2004)TV Series · 1 epas Will Westwood
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Late Night with Seth Meyers(2014)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- Bones(2005)TV Series · 1 epas Perry Wilson
- Late Show with David Letterman(1993)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Sopranos(1999)TV Series · 1 epas Rideland Kid
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent(2001)TV Series · 1 epas Danny Ford
- Saturday Night Live(1975)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Host
- Conan(2010)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The Graham Norton Show(2007)TV Series · 3 epsas Self
- The Wire(2002)TV Series · 12 epsas Wallace
- Sherri(2022)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- The View(1997)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Without a Trace(2002)TV Series · 1 epas Jesse Lewis
- The Late Late Show with James Corden(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- Cold Case(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Michael Carter