Michael B. Jordan’s Delphi: The Creed Universe Expands with a New Generation of Fighters

Michael B. Jordan isn’t done with the Creed legacy — not by a long shot. With Amazon Prime Video officially greenlighting Delphi, a brand-new live-action series set inside the legendary Delphi Boxing Academy, the Creed universe is about to get even bigger, and a whole lot deeper.

This isn’t just a spin-off. It’s a high-stakes story of ambition, legacy, and what it takes to step into the ring when the world isn’t watching. And it could be one of the most important evolutions of the Rocky-Creed saga yet.

What is Delphi?

Set in the same world as Creed, Delphi will follow a group of young boxers training at the iconic gym that shaped legends like Apollo Creed and Adonis Creed. Rather than rehash the past, this new series explores the next generation — hungry fighters with everything to prove and nothing to lose.

The show is described as a character-driven drama, grounded in themes of mentorship, identity, and resilience. Expect stories that dig into the emotional weight of competition, found family dynamics, and what it really means to fight for your future — inside and outside the ring.

Who’s Behind the Project?

Michael B. Jordan is leading the charge as executive producer through his company Outlier Society, alongside long-time Rocky producers Irwin, David, and Charles Winkler. Joining them is showrunner Marco Ramirez, best known for his work on Marvel’s Daredevil and The Defenders. That’s a strong creative pedigree — combining cinematic action with emotional depth and serialized storytelling.

Liz Raposo (Outlier Society) and Amazon MGM Studios are also producing the series. At Amazon’s Upfronts in New York, Jordan emphasized that Delphi is not just about boxing — it’s about community, sacrifice, and growth. In his own words, it’s “about family — the ones we’re born into and the ones we create.”

Why Delphi Matters

The Creed franchise has never just been about punches and titles. From Rocky to Creed III, it’s been a multi-generational story about heart, healing, and personal evolution. Delphi represents the natural progression of that journey.

It’s also smart strategy. By expanding into streaming, Jordan and Amazon are building out a broader cinematic universe — with potential for multiple spin-offs, deeper character arcs, and global reach. And with Gen Z and millennial audiences leaning into serialized drama, Delphi could easily become a breakout hit in Amazon’s lineup.

Let’s not forget — Creed III, directed by Jordan himself, grossed over $275 million globally and became the highest-grossing film in the Rocky franchise. This isn’t just a passion project. It’s a franchise with serious legs.

What to Expect

We’re still waiting on casting announcements and a release date, but filming is expected to begin later this year. What’s clear already is the tone: gritty, grounded, and emotionally rich. Don’t expect a glossy, feel-good sports drama — Delphiis aiming for something raw, real, and relevant.

It’ll dig into the pressures of proving yourself, the toll of trauma, and the complicated relationships between trainers, fighters, and their pasts. Think Creed with the pacing of Friday Night Lights and the emotional nuance of Euphoria — all grounded in the legacy of one of cinema’s most beloved sports sagas.

Final Thoughts

With Delphi, Michael B. Jordan is doing what few franchises manage to pull off: evolving without losing what made the original special. This isn’t just a spin-off — it’s a redefinition of what the Creed universe can be.

And if the writing, casting, and storytelling deliver, Delphi might just hit harder than anyone expects.

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