'Creed III' tops the North American box office with $58.7M

The highly-anticipated film 'Creed III' has dominated the North American box office in its opening weekend, grossing an impressive $58.7 million.

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The movie, which is the third installment in the 'Creed' franchise, stars Michael B. Jordan, who also served as producer.

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Directed by Steven Caple Jr., 'Creed III' follows the story of Adonis Creed, the son of Apollo Creed, as he navigates his way through the boxing world and deals with personal issues.

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The film received positive reviews from both critics and audiences alike, with many praising Jordan's performance.

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The direction of Caple Jr. 'Creed III' is expected to continue its success at the box office in the coming weeks.

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The opening weekend success of 'Creed III' marks a strong start to 2023 for the film industry, which has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The box office has been steadily recovering in recent months, with a number of highly-anticipated films scheduled for release in the coming year.

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Overall, 'Creed III' has cemented itself as a must-see movie for fans of the franchise and newcomers alike

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