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A Journal for Jordan

A Journal for Jordan

20217.02h 11m

Overview

Based on the true story of First Sergeant Charles Monroe King, a soldier deployed to Iraq begins to keep a journal of love and advice for his infant son. Back at home, senior New York Times editor Dana Canedy revisits the story of her unlikely, life-altering relationship with King and his enduring devotion to her and their child.

Directed by Denzel Washington
Written by Virgil Williams, Dana Canedy
Produced by Michael B. Jordan, Denzel Washington, Todd Black
Box OfficeBudget: $25.0MRevenue: $6.7M

Top Cast

Michael B. Jordan

Michael B. Jordan

Charles King

Chanté Adams

Chanté Adams

Dana Canedy

Jalon Christian

Jalon Christian

Jordan

Robert Wisdom

Robert Wisdom

Sgt. T.J. Canedy

Tamara Tunie

Tamara Tunie

Penny Canedy

Jasmine Batchelor

Jasmine Batchelor

Gwen Canedy

Marchánt Davis

Marchánt Davis

Mike Canedy

Susan Pourfar

Susan Pourfar

Miriam

Vanessa Aspillaga

Vanessa Aspillaga

Robin

Grey Henson

Grey Henson

Ciro

Themes & Keywords

9/11

About A Journal for Jordan

A Journal for Jordan is a drama, romance film released in 2021 exploring themes of 9/11. Directed by Denzel Washington, it stars Michael B. Jordan, Chanté Adams, Jalon Christian. Based on the true story of First Sergeant Charles Monroe King, a soldier deployed to Iraq begins to keep a journal of love and advice for his infant son. Back at home, senior New York Times editor Dana Canedy revisits the story of her unlikely, life-altering relationship with King and his enduring devotion to her and their child.

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