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Creed II's adherence to franchise
formula adds up to a sequel with
few true surprises, but still manag-
es to pack a solid punch.
Life has become a balancing act for Adonis Creed. Between personal obliga-
Facing an opponent with ties to his family’s past only intensifies his impending
battle in the ring. Rocky Balboa is there by his side through it all and, togeth-
er, Rocky and Adonis will confront their shared legacy, question what’s worth
fighting for, and discover that nothing’s more important than family. Creed II
is about going back to basics to rediscover what made you a champion in the
first place, and remembering that, no matter where you go, you can’t escape
your history.
EVEN IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN THE PREVIOUS
CREED, YOU COULD STILL JUMP RIGHT INTO THIS
Champaign
ILL
After successful hip hop star Lou (Jay Pharoah) unexpectedly
dies, his pal Ronnie, played by Happy Endings and The Mindy
Project star Adam Pally, struggles to move on. But with best
friend Alf (Sam Richardson) by his side, the two learn to combat
grief in a unique way.
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tions and training for his next big fight, he is up against the challenge of his life.