My Favourite Michael B. Jordan Films of All-Time

Not many actors in Hollywood have earned appreciation of Michael B. Jordan. Since the 1990’s, Jordan has become a beloved icon. Whether it’s powerful boxers, fierce warriors or twin brothers, Jordan has portrayed several strong characters. Given the sheer number of movies he has made, making a top 10 list isn’t easy. Nevertheless, listed below are my favourite films made by an actor that deserves to be celebrated.

1. Sinners

Brothers are powerful figures that shape families’ futures. During my childhood, I formed bonds with a brother that loved playing soccer in the neighbourhood. Born to be an athlete, his powerful feet would often lead teams to victories rather than defeat. Adopting a powerful creed, he was determined to achieve victories in a game where he was guaranteed to succeed. Through his love for playing soccer, my brother inspired me to make my film criticism dreams come true. Few films I’ve ever seen have captured the roles brothers play in families as powerfully as “Sinners”. Released in 2025, Michael B. Jordan’s best movie captured bonds between twin brothers. In the greatest role of his career, Jordan portrayed a pair of two brothers facing despair. This is the actor unlike you’ve ever seen him before: intense, charismatic and emotional in his most memorable role. Jordan has spent most of his career playing likeable heroes with sympathetic personalities. With “Sinners”, however, the actor took a huge step out of his comfort zone by playing twin brothers. It’s a tricky dual role that required the actor to play two characters at once but he succeeded tremendously. For instance, the scene in which Smoke becomes aware that his juke joint is being attacked by vampires causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Sinners” Michael B. Jordan’s best movie is its message. It delivers a profound message about racism which would resonate with everyone. A captivating portrait of trauma causing bonds of brothers to deteriorate, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has manufactured great movies which audiences appreciate.

2. Black Panther

Black Panther is a beloved comic-book character that my friend grew up to treasure. I recall with nostalgia memories of a friend that adored the kingdom of Wakanda. A member of the African-American community, he adored a hero that shaped his identity. In 2018, Michael B. Jordan honoured the iconic comic-book character in his movie “Black Panther”. In the most villainous role of his career, Jordan portrayed a fierce warrior seeking to invade the kingdom of Wakanda causing despair. With “Black Panther”, the actor showcased rare aptitude for playing villains he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Chadwick Boseman who is also outstanding, Jordan honoured a comic-book hero that’s inspiring. For instance, the scene in which Killmonger invades the kingdom of Wakanda causing T’Challa to face despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Black Panther” a classic is its universal appeal. Unlike most Marvel movies, it tackles themes that everyone would relate to. It delivers a meaningful message about the importance of leadership which would resonate with everyone. As precious as Wakanda, it’s a bold reminder of a commemorated actor with charisma that has manufactured memorable movies throughout his impressive career which attract audiences to the Cinema.

3. Creed

Boxing is an engaging sport that my grandfather once enjoyed doing. I remember my grandfather was once a huge fan of boxers putting their lives in danger. He would often like to stay up late at night to see boxers in matches he came to appreciate. As someone treasuring memories of a grandfather that loved seeing boxers succeed, I adored “Creed”. Released in 2015, Michael B. Jordan’s movie captured the life of a boxing champion. In the most athletic role of his career, Jordan portrayed a boxer seeking to participate in a tense competition causing despair. It’s a physically demanding role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a boxer that’s well-known. Working alongside Sylvester Stallone who is also amazing, Jordan created a boxing drama that’s engaging. For instance, the scene in which Adonis becomes aware of his father’s true identity as a boxing champion causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Creed” a masterpiece is its universal appeal. Viewers aren’t required to be fans of boxing to appreciate it. It delivers a meaningful message about motivation which would resonate with everyone. As strong as Adonis’ love for boxing, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured captivating movies which are worth celebrating.

4. Fruitvale Station

Police brutality is a sensitive subject that my friend always cared about deeply. I remember forming a friendship with an African-American kid in school that would speak out against police causing danger. He was passionate about an issue he felt needed to be addressed without a doubt. As someone treasuring memories of a companion that hated police brutality, I appreciated “Fruitvale Station”. Released in 2013, Michael B. Jordan’s movie honoured a real-life victim of police brutality. In the most tragic role of his career, Jordan portrayed an African-American man that becomes victim of police brutality causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase emotional range he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Octavia Spencer who is also outstanding, Jordan created a portrait of police brutality that’s compelling. For instance, the scene in which Oscar is held captive by police in the train station causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Fruitvale Station” a classic is its timeliness. Despite taking place in 2009, its themes remain relevant today. It delivers a profound message about police brutality which would resonate with everyone. Nearly 20 years after Oscar Grant faced police brutality causing despair, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that has built a successful career by producing great movies about which audiences care.

5. Just Mercy

Wrongful conviction has shaped my personality. During my childhood, my life changed when I was wrongfully accused of cheating on a science-fair project. Throwing a tantrum, a girl in my class accused me of plagiarism. Being accused of a crime I didn’t commit causing me to have a fit. As someone haunted by memories of wrongful conviction without mercy, I appreciated “Just Mercy”. Released in 2019, Michael B. Jordan’s movie captured a black man wrongfully accused of crimes. In the most authoritative role of his career, Jordan portrayed a real-life lawyer that defended a black man facing wrongful conviction causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to step out of his comfort zone by playing a renowned lawyer that’s well-known. Working alongside Jamie Foxx who is also outstanding, Jordan created a legal drama that’s engaging. For instance, the scene in which Bryan becomes aware of Walter’s innocence in a crime he didn’t commit causing despair is one of the finest moments of the actor’s career. Ultimately, what makes “Just Mercy” a great legal drama is its universal appeal. Unlike most courtroom dramas, it tackles strong themes that everyone would relate to. A powerful portrait of racism in the modern legal system, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has manufactured movies throughout his career achieving stardom.

6. Chronicle

Michael B. Jordan has always excelled at playing emotional heroes facing tension. Jordan has built an image of being an actor that thrives at playing emotional characters facing damage. Jordan’s strength for playing heroes that are emotional is clearly evident in his movie “Chronicle”. Released in 2012, Josh Trank’s blockbuster showcased the actor at his best. In the most conflicted role of his career, Jordan portrayed an adolescent that gains superpowers causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing emotional heroes under pressure. Working alongside Dane DeHaan who is also amazing, Jordan created a superhero movie that’s engaging. As strong as powers possessed by Andrew, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has produced unforgettable movies which audiences value.

7. Without Remorse

When it comes to the greatest books ever written about spies without remorse, it’s worth discussing Without Remorse. Since its publication in 1993, Tom Clancy’s book has become a literary classic. In 2021, Michael B. Jordan honoured the iconic book about remorse in his movie “Without Remorse”. In the most heroic role of his career, Jordan portrayed a Navy commander seeking vengeance for his wife’s murder causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase talent for playing action heroes he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Jamie Bell who is also outstanding, Jordan created an espionage drama that’s engaging. A spectacular adaptation of a beloved book about a spy, it’s a strong reminder of a commemorated actor that has manufactured movies throughout his career which satisfy.

8. That Awkward Moment

Over the past decade, the romantic comedy genre has declined in quality. With their cartoonish characters, lacklustre storytelling and mindless themes, most rom-coms have become a chore to sit through. In a genre that has lost its shining moment, it’s worth praising “That Awkward Moment”. Released in 2014, Michael B. Jordan’s movie revived the rom-com genre. In the most romantic role of his career, Jordan portrayed a middle-aged man seeking to have an affair causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a rare chance to showcase aptitude for comedy he hadn’t shown before in his career. Working alongside Miles Teller who is also amazing, Jordan created a rom-com that’s engaging. A powerful portrait of friends facing an awkward moment, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has made engaging entertainment.

9. Farenheit 451

Few science-fiction books ever written about dystopian futures are as beloved as Farenheit 451. Since its publication in 1953, Ray Bradbury’s book has become a literary classic. With its timeless themes, strong characters and compelling storytelling, the book earned a huge following. In 2018, Michael B. Jordan honoured the beloved book in his movie “Farenheit 451”. In the most complex role of his career, the actor portrayed an agent experiencing a dangerous mission causing despair. It’s a role that gave the actor a chance to showcase his talent for playing emotional heroes facing pressure. Working alongside Michael Shannon who is also outstanding, Jordan created a science-fiction blockbuster that’s engaging. As precious as books Guy seeks to burn, it’s a riveting reminder of an actor that has made great movies which earn.

10. Fantastic Four

Michael B. Jordan hasn’t always made great movies earning recognition. While most movies the actor has made are appreciated, a few have left audiences disappointed. Unfortunately, “Fantastic Four” falls into the latter category. Released in 2015, Josh Trank’s blockbuster was a disaster. In the most shallow role of his career, Jordan portrayed a flaming superhero facing despair. Jordan brought his usual charisma to the role, standing out as the bright spot of a disastrous movie. Although “Fantastic Four” is a disastrous movie, it honoured Jordan’s commemorated legacy. As strong as the Human Torch’s love for fire, it’s a riveting reminder of a commemorated actor that hasn’t lost his abilities to inspire audiences making unforgettable movies which I will forever treasure for motivating my lifelong love of filmmaking that I admire.