NAACP Image Awards: 7 Films from Michael B. Jordan That Will Instantly Make You A Fan
Before he was a box office name, Michael B. Jordan was a kid with big talent and even bigger presence.
From TV dramas to blockbuster films, he’s moved through Hollywood with intention by never rushing and never shrinking.
Whether he’s playing a hero, a villain, or a man trying to find his way, he brings emotion, intensity, and truth to every role.
Over the years, he’s grown into one of the most respected actors of his generation and as someone who can open a movie, carry a franchise, and still show vulnerability on screen.
"The Wire" actor doesn’t just act, but he commits. That’s why so many people became fans not from one role, but from many.
On top of being a fan favorite, Michael is also in a major awards era right now.
His latest film "Sinners" just won the Golden Globe for Cinematic Box Office Achievement and is nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture at this year’s NAACP Image Awards. And it’s not just the film getting love as Jordan himself is nominated for Entertainer of the Year, proving his impact is both critical and cultural.
He’s not just starring in the moment, but he is the moment.
These seven films will instantly show you why he is that guy.
Fruitvale Station
This was the role that changed everything.
Michael played Oscar Grant with tenderness, flaws, and humanity.
He didn’t make the character perfect, but he made him real.
The performance was heartbreaking because it felt honest. After this, nobody could deny his depth.
Creed
As Adonis Creed, the 38-year-old carried a legendary legacy on his back and made it his own.
He trained like a real fighter and acted like a man chasing identity, not just victory.
His chemistry with Wood Harris and Sylvester Stallone brought emotion to every punch. "Creed" proved he could lead a franchise with heart.
Creed III
In "Creed III," the actor didn’t just star, but he directed.
Sharing the screen with Jonathan Majors, he brought a deeper, more emotional edge to Adonis Creed.
This chapter wasn’t just about boxing, it was about brotherhood, betrayal, and unresolved pain.
You could feel the weight in every scene, proving his growth both in front of and behind the camera.
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Black Panther
Killmonger wasn’t just a villain, but he was a wound with a voice. Jordan made him dangerous, emotional, and unforgettable.
He gave the character pain, history, and purpose.
People didn’t just fear Killmonger, but they oddly understood him. That’s star-level acting.
Just Mercy
Playing real-life lawyer Bryan Stevenson, the actor went quiet in the best way.
He didn’t overplay the role, but he let empathy lead.
His performance showed restraint, compassion, and quiet strength. It proved he didn’t need explosions or fists to move an audience.
A Journal For Jordan
This role showed his soft side. Jordan played love, vulnerability, and devotion with tenderness.
The performance was about presence, not power.
It reminded people that his range includes romance, emotion, and quiet strength and not just intensity.
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Sinners
In Sinners, the 5x NAACP Image Award recipient steps into a darker, more layered space. He plays a man wrestling with guilt, temptation, and the consequences of his choices.
The performance leans heavy on emotion, not spectacle, showing his ability to carry a story through subtlety.
It’s the kind of role that proves he doesn’t just play characters, but he inhabits them.
Watch the NAACP Image Awards on BET and CBS on Feb. 28, 2026.
