Michael B. Jordan’s acclaimed legal drama, Just Mercy, is set to stream on HBO Max starting February 1. This film, released on December 25, 2019, showcases Jordan in a key role that resonates with audiences.
About Just Mercy
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, Just Mercy is based on Bryan Stevenson’s memoir, which highlights the fight against racial injustice in the United States. Jordan portrays a version of Stevenson, who, alongside Eva Ansley, played by Brie Larson, establishes the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) in Alabama.
Main Cast
- Michael B. Jordan as Bryan Stevenson
- Brie Larson as Eva Ansley
- Jamie Foxx as Walter McMillian
- Rafe Spall as Tommy Chapman
- Darrell Britt-Gibson as Darnell Houston
- O’Shea Jackson Jr. as Anthony Ray Hinton
- Tim Blake Nelson as Ralph Myers
- Rob Morgan as Herbert Richardson
- Lindsay Ayliffe as Judge Foster
- Rhoda Griffis as Judge Pamela Baschab
In addition to the main cast, Just Mercy features appearances from Ron Clinton Smith, Dominic Bogart, C.J. LeBlanc, Norm Lewis, and Kirk Bovill.
Critical Reception and Box Office Performance
Upon its release, Just Mercy received strong reviews from both critics and audiences. The film holds an 85% rating on Rotten Tomatoes for critics and a remarkable 99% audience score.
While the film faced a limited theatrical run, it still garnered significant attention, grossing over $50 million against a budget of $25 million. On its opening weekend, it ranked fourth at the box office.
Awards and Nominations
- Nominated for 14 major awards.
- Won 7 awards including Outstanding Ensemble Cast at the 2020 NAACP Image Awards.
Future for Destin Daniel Cretton
Director Destin Daniel Cretton is poised to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 31. This marks his first feature since directing Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings in 2021.
Expectations are high for Cretton, who may soon take on even bigger projects, with speculation of him potentially directing an Avengers film in the future.
As fans prepare for Just Mercy’s arrival on HBO Max, both the film and its director are gaining renewed attention.
