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.
Starring
Michael B. Jordan, Chanté Adams, Jalon Christian
Box Office
$6.7M
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Box office
A Journal for Jordan earned $6.7M against a $25.0M budget.
Year context
A Journal for Jordan was released 5 years ago in 2021.
A Journal for Jordan is a Drama, Romance film with a runtime of 2h 11m.
CAST (20)
Michael B. Jordan
Charles King
Chanté Adams
Dana Canedy
Jalon Christian
Jordan
Robert Wisdom
Sgt. T.J. Canedy
Tamara Tunie
Penny Canedy
Jasmine Batchelor
Gwen Canedy
Marchánt Davis
Mike Canedy
Susan Pourfar
Miriam
Vanessa Aspillaga
Robin
Grey Henson
Ciro
Johnny M. Wu
Manny
David Wilson Barnes
Schaefer
Spencer Squire
Rosenblum
Melanie Nicholls-King
Kaleshia
Annabel O'Hagan
Waitress
Samuel Caleb Walker
Imhoff
Cleveland Berto
Mohammed
Clark Jackson
Dana's Doctor
JR
Judy Rosenblatt
Talkative Neighbor
MA
Mark A. Jones
Lt. Colonel
BOX OFFICE
$25.0M
Budget
$6.7M
Revenue
-73%
ROI
FLOP
Verdict
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
131 min (2h 11m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
7.0/10 (123 votes)
Popularity
1
Budget
$25,000,000
Box Office
$6,700,000
Profit
$-18,300,000
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is A Journal for Jordan about?
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.
How long is A Journal for Jordan?
A Journal for Jordan has a runtime of 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Who stars in A Journal for Jordan?
The cast of A Journal for Jordan includes Michael B. Jordan, Chanté Adams, Jalon Christian, Robert Wisdom, Tamara Tunie.
How much did A Journal for Jordan make at the box office?
A Journal for Jordan earned $6,700,000 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $25,000,000.
What is the rating of A Journal for Jordan?
A Journal for Jordan has a rating of 7.0 out of 10 based on 123 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Drama
Romance