The anticipated Rocky spin-off 'Drago' starring Dolph Lundgren is currently on hold while the focus remains on 'Creed 4'. Despite the 'Drago' movie showing progress with an 'interesting' script that tackles themes of immigration, MGM's change in leadership and the success of 'Creed 3' has shifted priorities away from the project. The film's plot is expected to explore Ivan Drago and his son's journey to America following a Russian invasion. Sylvester Stallone, the creator of Rocky, has openly criticized the spin-off idea, but whether Lundgren will reprise his role is still uncertain. Meanwhile, Michael B. Jordan has confirmed that 'Creed 4' and more spin-offs are definitely in the works.

What is the status of the 'Drago' film?

'Drago' is still in development but has been delayed. The project's priority has been lowered due to the attention and resources being diverted to 'Creed 4'. There's no confirmed release date or production timeline as of now.

As for some background, Dolph Lundgren's Ivan Drago was first introduced to audiences in 'Rocky IV' (1985) where he played the Soviet boxer antagonist against Sylvester Stallone's Rocky Balboa. The character returned in 'Creed 2' (2018), which further explored Drago's story, including his relationship with his son Victor. Drago's character arc from feared opponent to a more developed personality has intrigued fans for decades, contributing to the character's longevity and the excitement around a potential spin-off solely focused on him.