Michael B. Jordan is working on multiple anime projects in early development

• Vogue said the projects are still in early development.
• Jordan has long called himself a big anime fan and joked he might leave Hollywood for anime.

What happened

Michael B. Jordan has reportedly said that he is working on multiple anime projects. The information comes from an interview picked up by Vogue and later summarized by IGN, which said the projects are still in early development. The reporting does not say exactly how many projects are in the works, and it also does not confirm whether they are films, series, or adaptations.

Jordan also made a comment that was presented as a joke: he said he might give up everything and spend the rest of his life making anime. The coverage makes clear that this should not be read as a concrete career change, but as a half-serious remark during the conversation. IGN highlighted the quote in its headline and framed it in the context of his broader love of anime.

The actor has long been known as an outspoken anime fan. In earlier comments, he named Dragon Ball, Hunter x Hunter, Naruto, and Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke among his favorites or influences. He also previously said the final fight in Creed 3 was inspired by anime, with direct influence from Hajime no Ippo and Megalo Box. Those earlier remarks are being brought up again in the new reporting to show that his interest in anime is nothing new.

The current coverage does not mention titles, formats, or partners for the projects. It is also not known whether a studio, producer, or streaming service is attached. The available sources only say that the projects are in development and that the plans are still at an early stage.

Background

Jordan has spoken about being an anime fan in previous interviews and reports. The sources mention Dragon Ball, Hunter x Hunter, Naruto, and Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke as titles he values or sees as influences. That makes his new comments about anime projects a continuation of an existing pattern rather than an isolated remark.

The Creed 3 reference is especially relevant, because Jordan previously said the film’s final fight was deliberately influenced by anime. The reporting names Hajime no Ippo and Megalo Box as direct references. That creates a clear link between his acting work and his interest in anime, which adds context to the new development.

The current reporting remains light on details, however. No project names have been revealed, no release dates have been given, and no production partners have been confirmed. It is also unclear whether Jordan is involved as a producer, writer, voice actor, or in another role. The available information only shows that more than one project is in development and that the plans are still in an early phase.

Because the sources do not provide further specifics, it is not yet possible to say whether the projects are original anime, live-action adaptations, or another form of animation. It is also unknown whether they are intended for theaters, streaming, or television. The reporting around Vogue and IGN therefore mainly confirms interest and development, not concrete release plans.

Sources

• IGN: "I might just quit it all and make anime the rest of my life": Sinners star Michael B. Jordan has more than one anime project in the works
• Vogue interview coverage via IGN
• Additional summaries in external reporting on the same interview