Movie
A Journal for Jordan
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
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.
More about A Journal for Jordan
Cast
Michael B. JordanCharles King
Chanté AdamsDana Canedy
Jalon ChristianJordan
Robert WisdomSgt. T.J. Canedy
Tamara TuniePenny Canedy
Jasmine BatchelorGwen Canedy
Marchánt DavisMike Canedy
Susan PourfarMiriamCredits
- Directed by
- Denzel Washington
- Written by
- Virgil Williams, Dana Canedy
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $6.7M
Production
Outlier SocietyUnited States
Escape ArtistsUnited States
Bron StudiosCanada
Columbia PicturesUnited States
Creative Wealth Media FinanceCanada- Mundy Lane EntertainmentUnited States
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