In December 2018, in response to the suggestion that Deontay Wilder could play the son of Clubber Lang in a potential sequel to Creed II (2018), Sylvester Stallone and Michael B. Jordan expressed interest. [7] [8] In September 2019, Jordan confirmed that Creed III was officially in active development. [9] Pre-production [ edit ] Additionally, Barry Pepper provides the narration for the televised "Anderson v Chavez" promo. Sports television personality Stephen A. Smith, news anchor Jessica Holmes, boxer Canelo Álvarez and his wife Fernanda Gómez, and singer Kehlani make cameo appearances as themselves. Also appearing as themselves are: boxing referees Kenny Bayless, Russell Mora and Tony Weeks; ring announcers Jimmy Lennon Jr. and David Diamante; and broadcasters Todd Grisham, Jessica McCaskill, Al Bernstein, Mauro Ranallo, and Christopher Mannix. Michael B. Jordan's father, Michael A. Jordan, also cameos as a Golden Gloves referee. Boxer Terence Crawford also appears as a sparring partner.

Jordan has cited anime series such as Megalobox, Naruto Shippuden, Hajime No Ippo, and Dragon Ball Z as heavy influences for the fight choreography. [24] [25] Release [ edit ] Pattle, Alex (September 16, 2022). "Boxing champion Canelo Alvarez to star in Creed 3, Michael B Jordan reveals". The Independent. Archived from the original on September 17, 2022 . Retrieved September 17, 2022. Williams, Jordan (April 1, 2023). "How to watch Creed III: Michael B. Jordan's critically acclaimed sports drama is now available online". Business Insider . Retrieved April 1, 2023.Michael B Jordan is reprising his role as Adonis Creed, and excitingly is also taking on a major role behind the scenes as the director. He said: "Directing has always been an aspiration, but the timing had to be right.

Michael B. Jordan Teases Creed III . ET Canada. July 6, 2019. Archived from the original on November 7, 2020 . Retrieved February 9, 2021– via YouTube. Long Synopsis After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan) has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian (Jonathan Majors), resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian – a fighter who has nothing to lose. Creed III is the third instalment in the successful franchise and is Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut. Short Synopsis Adonis's childhood friend resurfaces after a long prison term, eager for a shot in the ring. The face-off is more than a fight; to settle the score, Adonis puts his future on the line to battle a fighter with nothing to lose. Nordyke, Kimberly (May 7, 2023). "MTV Movie & TV Awards: Full List of Winners". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on May 8, 2023 . Retrieved May 8, 2023. The third instalment is currently scheduled for a November 23, 2022 release date, banking on the Thanksgiving holiday weekend in the USA. So far, that date seems fairly set in stone, but with the constant changes to cinema schedules happening recently, never say never. Creed 3 cast: Who is returning for Creed 3?Galuppo, Mia (February 25, 2020). " Creed 3 Taps 'King Richard' Writer (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on February 25, 2020 . Retrieved February 25, 2020. Egan, Toussaint (February 28, 2023). "For Michael B. Jordan, Creed III 's anime influence goes way beyond the fights". Polygon. Archived from the original on February 28, 2023 . Retrieved February 28, 2023.

Principal photography began in late January 2022, and Jordan was seen on the set in Atlanta, Georgia. [20] Kramer Morgenthau returned as the cinematographer for the film, after having done so for Creed II. [ citation needed] The film was partially shot on IMAX-certified Sony CineAlta Venice cameras and the Panavision anamorphic format, making this the first film in the series, and the first sports film in history, to do so. [21] Filming later ended on April 6, 2022. [ citation needed] Post-production [ edit ] Gemmill, Allie (October 24, 2020). "Will Michael B. Jordan Make His Directorial Debut With Creed 3?". Collider. Archived from the original on October 25, 2020 . Retrieved October 24, 2020.Roeper, Richard (February 28, 2023). " Creed III: Old friend has a score to settle with Adonis in engrossing boxing drama". Chicago Sun-Times . Retrieved March 25, 2023. Ilyas, Xavier (October 24, 2020). "Michael B. Jordan Reportedly Set to Star & Direct Creed 3". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on November 29, 2020 . Retrieved February 9, 2021. Creed III (12A)". BBFC. Archived from the original on February 13, 2023 . Retrieved February 13, 2023.