Better Man (2025)

Better Man (2025)

Release Date: 12 November 2025

Genres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Runtime: 2 hours 01 minute

Status: Post-production

Rating: TV-MA

Star Rating: Not Available Yet

In the gripping drama "Better Man", we follow the enigmatic life of Julian Blackwood (played by Michael B. Jordan), a former detective who returns to his hometown to solve a mysterious crime that has shaken the small community to its core. Haunted by his past and driven by his determination for justice, Julian must confront his inner demons and team up with the ambitious and fearless local journalist, Sophia Taylor (played by Zendaya), to unravel the truth behind the cryptic death of a high-profile businessman.

As the investigation unfolds, the duo discovers a web of deceit that reaches the highest echelons of power, forcing Julian and Sophia to question their own morality and confront the harsh reality of the true "better man". Will they be able to overcome their own personal struggles to obtain justice, or will the corrupt forces at play silence them once and for all?

Movie Credits

  • Distributed by Universal Pictures
  • Produced by Warner Bros. and 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks

Actors

  • Michael B. Jordan as Julian Blackwood
  • Zendaya as Sophia Taylor
  • Idris Elba as Detective James Rhodes
  • Daniel Kaluuya as Mark Reese
  • Tilda Swinton as Karen Walker

Crew

  • Directed by Barry Jenkins
  • Screenplay by Kemp Powers
  • Edited by Chris Jenkins
  • Cinematography by Alex Contopoulos
  • Music by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis