Actor
Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan is an American actor, producer, and director who rose to prominence through television before major film success in Fruitvale Station, Creed, and Black Panther.
Act I — Origin
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).
Act II — The Work
The Chronology
- 2010s2013Fruitvale Stationas Oscar Grant
- 2015Creedas Donnie Creed
- 2019Just Mercyas Bryan Stevenson
- 2020s2025Sinnersas Smoke and Stack (dual role)
Watch Michael B. Jordan’s Films
Black Panther (2018)
as Erik Killmonger
Official Trailer — YouTube
Streaming
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Act III — The Numbers
Born
Birthplace
Santa Ana, California, U.S.
Age
39
Computed from the birth date on file (February 9, 1987).
Years active
13
since first credit (2013)
Credited roles
5
Counted from 5 confirmed film and TV credits on this profile.
Notable awards
2
Counted from the awards & recognition list below.
Frequently asked
How old is Michael B. Jordan?
Michael B. Jordan is 39 years old, born February 9, 1987.
Where was Michael B. Jordan born?
Michael B. Jordan was born in Santa Ana, California, U.S.
What is Michael B. Jordan known for?
Michael B. Jordan is an American actor, producer, and director who rose to prominence through television before major film success in Fruitvale Station, Creed, and Black Panther.
What awards has Michael B. Jordan won?
Documented awards for Michael B. Jordan: Academy Award for Best Actor — Sinners (2025); Named to Time's 100 Most Influential People (2020, 2023).
Where can I watch Michael B. Jordan's movies?
Based on titles from Michael B. Jordan's filmography that are on Auteur Nova: Michael B. Jordan's movies are currently streaming on Hulu in the US, as of August 21, 2026. Rent and buy options may also be available — see the Where to Watch details on each title's card above.
Act IV — Recognition
Awards & recognition
- Academy Award for Best Actor — Sinners (2025)
- Named to Time's 100 Most Influential People (2020, 2023)
Closing Credits
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