Actor Michael B. Jordan is all set to make his directorial debut with the film "Creed III". In a statement given by the 34-year-old actor, who plays the role of champion boxer Adonis Creed in the film franchise, he says that he is honoured to direct the film. The "Creed" series is a spin off of the iconic "Rocky" franchise.

"Directing has always been an aspiration, but the timing had to be right. `Creed III` is that moment -- a time in my life where I`ve grown more sure of who I am, holding agency in my own story, maturing personally, growing professionally, and learning from the greats like Ryan Coogler, most recently Denzel Washington, and other top tier directors I respect," he said in his statement, as reported by Collider.com