Production begins today in Philadelphia on Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures, who directed the first film, returns to the franchise as an executive producer on Creed II.
The new film is being directed by Steven Caple Jr., who helmed the acclaimed 2016 drama The Land.
Creed II will be distributed theatrically in the U.S. by MGM on November 21, 2018, and Warner Bros. Pictures will distribute the film internationally.
Caple Jr. said, “It’s an honor to be a part of the franchise and work with such a thoughtful team.