When ‘Rocky’ debuted in theaters in 1976 the film was almost as big of an underdog as it’s main character. Against long odds the inspiring boxing drama went on to triumph with both film goers and critics alike. Now almost 40 years, 5 sequels and the 1977 Academy Award for Best Picture later, Sylvester Stallone is coming back with a story that promises to take the beloved pugilist’s journey to incredible new places with ‘Creed’. Casting calls for this production are taking place now and producers and casting directors are searching for several up and coming performers to be a part of the action. Submissions from actors of all ages and types for the boxing drama ‘Creed’ are being accepted today.

Looking for a knockout acting experience? Apply today for your chance to get in the ring with ‘Creed’.

ABOUT ‘CREED’:

‘Creed’ is set to add a new and exciting chapter to the fantastic ‘Rocky’ franchise. Mr. Stallone will once again reprise his role as the titular boxing great who now finds himself serving as a mentor, trainer and manager of Adonis Creed, the rising star boxer grandson of his late best friend and former opponent, Apollo Creed. This will be a fresh and creative way to both reinvigorate an iconic character and expand the film’s universe with a game-changing story line.The cast will feature irrepressible screen legend Stallone (The Expendables, Rambo: First Blood Part II, Over The Top) and a supporting cast that so far includes National Board of Review Award winner Michael B. Jordan (Friday Night Lights, Fruitvale Station, Parenthood), Tessa Thompson (Veronica Mars, Copper, Grey’s Anatomy) and Independent Spirit Award nominee Luis Guzmán (Traffic, The Limey, We’re the Millers) and 3-time Emmy nominee Phylicia Rashad (Steel Magnolias, A Raisin in the Sun, Frankie & Alice). This highly anticipated extension of the ‘Rocky’ universe will be directed by award-winning wunderkind Ryan Coogler (Fruitvale Station) from a script by himself and Aaron Covington based on the iconic characters created by 2-time Academy Award nominee Stallone. (Click right here for the official ‘Creed’ IMDB page.)

AUDITION INFO FOR ‘CREED’:

Auditions for a number of outstanding roles in ‘Creed’ are happening now and several up and coming performers of all ages, experience levels and types are being sought to fill them. Aspiring actors interested in submitting themselves for consideration for parts in this sure to be hit motion picture can send information to creedcasting@gmail.com. Further casting call and production information will be posted right here as it is distributed so be sure to check back for updates and speak your mind below and tell us why you love the ‘Rocky’ movies and why you want to be chosen to be a part of the next story, ‘Creed’.