Creed

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Creed

PG-13

2015

2h 13m

Drama

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Adonis Johnson (Michael B. Jordan) never knew his famous father, boxing champion Apollo Creed, who died before Adonis was born. However, boxing is in his blood, so he seeks out Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) and asks the retired champ to be his trainer. Rocky sees much of Apollo in Adonis, and agrees to mentor him, even as he battles an opponent deadlier than any in the ring. With Rocky's help, Adonis soon gets a title shot, but whether he has the true heart of a fighter remains to be seen.

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Critics Consensus

Creed brings the Rocky franchise off the mat for a surprisingly effective seventh round that extends the boxer's saga in interesting new directions while staying true to its classic predecessors' roots.

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Dwight Brown

National Newspaper Publishers Association

Sylvester Stallone gives the most compelling and truthful performance of his career.

Mar 7, 2017

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

Adonis and Rocky make one of the year's best cinematic pairings, their transition from strangers to acquaintances to partners to friends to something so much more absolutely exquisite.

Rated: 4/4

Aug 18, 2016

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Max Weiss

Baltimore Magazine

It's a formula film, executed to near perfection. And it wields a secret weapon: our nostalgia for the original.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 12, 2016

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

Ryan Coogler's film successfully strives to be its own bold and rousing saga fitting of the shared connection.

Rated: 5/5

Jul 18, 2025

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JD Duran

InSession Film

Ryan Coogler is quickly rising the ranks as one of my favorite directors working today. He arguably gives us the best film in the Rocky franchise, and it’s the saga’s seventh installment.

Aug 2, 2024

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Brendan Cassidy

InSession Film

Michael B. Jordan is a star, and Sylvester Stallone turns his most iconic character of Rocky Balboa into one of the best supporting performances of the year.

Aug 2, 2024

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Ralph R

Waited too long to see this one, Creed (2015) carries the Rocky name with pride and still feels like its own film. Ryan Coogler's direction is on point, blending fresh energy with the classic structure. The story does follow a familiar path, but it feels natural and never forced. Michael B. Jordan shines as Adonis, giving the character both intensity and vulnerability. Stallone, stepping back as Rocky was a treat, he delivers one of his more heartfelt performances, showing a quieter but powerful side of hi character. Tessa Thompson also adds depth with a believable and grounded role. The fight sequences are some of the best parts of the movie, shot with intensity and emotion that make every punch count. While the film doesn’t hit the same emotional peaks as the original Rocky and can feel a little predictable, it is still a strong, engaging drama with great performances and direction.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/11/25

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Cinéfilo Matheus T

Eu realmente não esperava muito desse filme — sabe aquele tipo que parece mediano à primeira vista? Felizmente, eu estava completamente enganado um FILMÃO. Creed se revelou uma obra fantástica, com uma trama envolvente e um desenvolvimento de personagens muito bem construído com emoção e drama puro de cinema. Foi uma surpresa positiva e acima de todas as expectativas.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

09/08/25

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Craig W.

Great movie really enjoyed it

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/08/25

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Jack B.

Incredibly emotional and inspiring.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/24/25

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CaptainBoulder T

An amazing movie that's makes you feel emotional best rocky movie behind the og

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/21/25

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Rafael S

I need to start this review by saying how much i love the way the fight scenes are shot, its so fluid that it makes you feel present in the moment, you really feel the punches, the gasps for air, the struggle, all of that. The story is good, its an interesting underdog story, but i find it more interesting since Apollo Creed isn’t exactly supposed to be an underdog. I like the story, the way the characters meet, interact and develop their relationships. I also need to say i love the montages in this movie, the visual storytelling is really top notch. Concluding, Creed is a banger of a movie that i loved.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

08/10/25

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Creed: Official Clip - Adonis vs. The Lion

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Creed: Official Clip - You Got a Jawn?

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Creed: Official Clip - Rocky Meets Adonis

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Creed: Official Clip - One Step at a Time

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Creed: Official Clip - Rocky's Diagnosis

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Creed: Official Clip - It's Time

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Creed: Official Clip - I Gotta Prove It

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Creed: Official Clip - The Final Round

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Creed: Official Clip - I'm Ready

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Creed: Official Clip - Run to Rocky

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Synopsis

Adonis Johnson (Michael B. Jordan) never knew his famous father, boxing champion Apollo Creed, who died before Adonis was born. However, boxing is in his blood, so he seeks out Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) and asks the retired champ to be his trainer. Rocky sees much of Apollo in Adonis, and agrees to mentor him, even as he battles an opponent deadlier than any in the ring. With Rocky's help, Adonis soon gets a title shot, but whether he has the true heart of a fighter remains to be seen.

Director: Ryan Coogler
Producer: Irwin Winkler, Robert Chartoff, Charles Winkler, William Chartoff, David Winkler, Kevin King Templeton, Sylvester Stallone
Screenwriter: Ryan Coogler, Aaron Covington
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Chartoff Winkler
Rating: PG-13 (Some Sensuality|Language|Violence)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 25, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 21, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $109.7M
Runtime: 2h 13m
Sound Mix: Datasat, Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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