Creed II

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Creed II

PG-13,

2018,

2h 10m,

Drama/

Action

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In 1985, Russian boxer Ivan Drago killed former U.S. champion Apollo Creed in a tragic match that stunned the world. Against the wishes of trainer Rocky Balboa, Apollo's son Adonis Johnson accepts a challenge from Drago's son -- another dangerous fighter. Under guidance from Rocky, Adonis trains for the showdown of his life -- a date with destiny that soon becomes his obsession. Now, Johnson and Balboa must confront their shared legacy as the past comes back to haunt each man.

Critics Consensus

Creed II's adherence to franchise formula adds up to a sequel with few true surprises, but its time-tested generational themes still pack a solid punch.

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Andrea Gronvall

Chicago Reader

Feb 22, 2020

Battle fatigue sets in roughly halfway through this eighth installment of Sylvester Stallone's Rocky franchise.

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David Sims

The Atlantic

Dec 21, 2018

Creed II fits the mold of every Rocky sequel-competent, entertaining, and a little passionless

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Brooke Obie

Shadow and Act

Dec 6, 2018

There's... so much to enjoy in Creed II.

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Max Greene

InSession Film

Aug 1, 2024

B+

Yes, Creed II is a boxing film. Yes, it is a story that we have seen played out at least seven previous times. But there is so much more under the surface, and that is where Creed II shines.

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Calum Cooper

Source (Scotland)

Jul 14, 2024

3/5

Watching the characters struggle to manage the consequences of the past with the responsibilities of the future is both interesting and dramatic.

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Denise Pieniazek

Metacultura (AR)

Dec 28, 2023

7/10

In conclusion, Creed II is a solid film with a convincing performance of Michael B. Jordan who asserts himself in the character. This sequel is what the fans expected, but it must be admitted that it provides few innovative elements.

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Isnel L.

@isnel.leyva

Apr 20, 2026

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John J

@dannyLeboi

May 12, 2025

Great sequel that really adds on and makes the whole franchise better. Test Review

Apr 28, 2019

Although ultimately a pure fan service film, creed 2 fits the bill when it comes to replicating the gritty nature of the original 2 Rocky films while also having the action and drama you would expect from a boxing film. Beautiful details carry this film from beginning to end and while the story may be slightly lackluster in terms of originality the acting performances shine through. Altogether a great family watch and another one for the legendary Rocky film legacy!

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Anakin W

Apr 27, 2019

A beautiful culmination of the first Creed film and Rocky IV, this film is not here to divide audiences of different generations, but it's here to unite them.

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Apr 24, 2019

Creed 2 was not what I expected it to be and it was a huge surprise. I expected it to be predictable and cheesy. Creed 2 was actually unpredictable and the storyline kept me engaged throughout most of the movie.Creed 2 wasn't cheesy either and there was a few emotional moments in the film where I felt emotional too. I liked the character development in Creed 2 and I especially liked when I got to learn a bit more about Dragos emotions and personal life. At one stage in the movie I actually started to side with the villain. I wish I could have seen a bit more of Dragos life though. Another amazing movie from the Rocky franchise and it will probably be a classic in a few years.

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Draco S

Apr 18, 2019

4/18/2019 I remember quite vaguely watching Rocky 4 as a child, the only Rocky instalment I saw from childhood. This was a rematch of epic proportions happening more than 30 years after the match in that movie. Still, it is as predictable as it gets of course.

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Steven Caple Jr.

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Synopsis

In 1985, Russian boxer Ivan Drago killed former U.S. champion Apollo Creed in a tragic match that stunned the world. Against the wishes of trainer Rocky Balboa, Apollo's son Adonis Johnson accepts a challenge from Drago's son -- another dangerous fighter. Under guidance from Rocky, Adonis trains for the showdown of his life -- a date with destiny that soon becomes his obsession. Now, Johnson and Balboa must confront their shared legacy as the past comes back to haunt each man.

Director: Steven Caple Jr.
Producer: Sylvester Stallone, Kevin King Templeton, Charles Winkler, William Chartoff, David Winkler, Irwin Winkler
Screenwriter: Sylvester Stallone, Juel Taylor
Distributor: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: New Line Cinema, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, Warner Bros.
Rating: PG-13 (Language|A Scene of Sensuality|Sports Action Violence)
Genre: Drama, Action
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 21, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 12, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $115.7M
Runtime: 2h 10m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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