It’s a celebratory moment for Michael B. Jordan, who has earned a Golden Globe nomination for best actor in a motion picture drama thanks to his dual performance as twins Smoke and Stack in Sinners. When asked whether he would take on another dual-role project after receiving his first Golden Globe nod for portraying the Smokestack twins, he told The Hollywood Reporter: “Unless it’s Smoke and Stack or something closely related, I’m not sure.” He added that while he won’t rule anything out, the experience was incredibly demanding: “Never say never, but this has been the toughest thing I’ve ever done. Definitely my most challenging role.”

In the film, Jordan plays Elijah “Smoke” Moore and Elias “Stack” Moore in Ryan Coogler’s Jim Crow-era horror story. The plot follows the twins as they return to their hometown of Clarksdale, Mississippi, after a short stay in Chicago, only to confront unresolved conflicts with neighbors, family members, and past lovers. Their lives take a dark turn when a group of vampires arrives at their new juke joint on opening night.

Jordan explained that portraying identical twins with contrasting personalities was a unique challenge: “You’re leaning into two completely different characters who share the same body,” he said. “It’s tough to pick a favorite because each one completes the other. Smoke is the protector—grounded and focused on keeping everyone safe. Stack, meanwhile, is the mischievous dreamer, the slick-talker who charms his way in and out of trouble.”

Sinners scored seven Golden Globe nominations overall, including best motion picture, best screenplay, and best director. Its nomination for cinematic and box office achievement reflects the strong audience response—the IMAX release earned nearly 400 million dollars worldwide. The film’s success has sparked interest in sequels or even a prequel exploring more of the twins’ backstory, but Jordan says Coogler still intends for Sinners to remain a standalone feature.