Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall (2016)

Directed by Spike Lee, this documentary is about the pivotal period of his early solo career.

Leaving Neverland (2019)

This one is a highly controversial documentary featuring two men, Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who allege they were sexually abused by Jackson as kids.

Leaving Neverland 2: Surviving Michael Jackson (2025)

A sequel to the 2019 documentary, Leaving Neverland 2, followed Wade Robson and James Safechuck as they took their sexual abuse allegations against Jackson to trial. 

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon (2011)

A 150-minute documentary film provides a definitive portrait of the King of Pop through the eyes of those who knew him best, including exclusive interviews with his mother, Katherine Jackson, and siblings Tito and Rebbie Jackson.

Michael Jackson: Chase the Truth (2019) 

This documentary film by Entertain Me Productions defends Michael Jackson against allegations of child sexual abuse made by Wade Robson and James Safechuck in the 2019 documentary Leaving Neverland.

Square One: Michael Jackson (2019)

This is a 2019 investigative documentary directed by Danny Wu that examines the first child sexual abuse allegations made against Michael Jackson in 1993, defending him against the 2019 documentary Leaving Neverland.

Bad 25 (2012)

Another Spike Lee-directed documentary which examines the creative process and legacy behind the iconic Bad album.

Michael Jackson: Searching for Neverland (2017)

This biographical Lifetime film is based on a book by his bodyguards, focusing on the final years of his life. 

Moonwalker (1988)

This anthology musical film starred Jackson as a version of himself with magical powers, featuring long-form music videos like Smooth Criminal.

The Jacksons: An American Dream (1992)

This is a five-hour miniseries that remains a fan favourite. It details the Jackson family’s rise from Gary, Indiana, to international superstardom. 

Thriller 40 (2023)

This documentary, directed by Nelson George, celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Thriller album with behind-the-scenes footage and interviews. 

Man in the Mirror: The Michael Jackson Story (2004)

This made-for-TV biopic starring Flex Alexander explores Michael Jackson's life up to the early 2000s. 

Michael Jackson's This Is It (2009)

Compiled from rehearsal footage, Michael Jackson's This Is It offers an intimate look at Jackson preparing for his planned 50-show residency in London just before his death.