Michael Jackson biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua, was earlier scheduled to release in October 2025, but has been delayed and will now release in April 2026. The biopic is written by John Logan, and sees Jaafar Jackson as his late uncle
Michael Jackson singing at the Capital Center in Landover in 1988. Pic/AFP
The biopic based on the life of the King of Pop Michael Jackson, titled Michael, will now release worldwide on April 24, 2026.
The film was earlier scheduled to release in October 2025. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the biopic is written by John Logan, and sees Jaafar Jackson as his late uncle.
“Michael explores the global superstar’s journey to become known to the world as the King of Pop, presenting an intimate look at the life and enduring legacy of one of the most influential, trailblazing artistes the world has ever known,” the synopsis read.
Lionsgate is releasing the film in the US, with Universal handling distribution in the rest of the world, except for Japan, which is handled by Kino Films.
Although it wrapped production in May 2024, the project underwent reshoots and came in with a lengthy initial cut. Earlier, there had been discussion about releasing the film in two parts.
Michael also stars Colman Domingo and Nia Long as family heads Joe and Katherine Jackson. Miles Teller plays John Branca, Jackson’s attorney and advisor. Larenz Tate plays Motown Records founder Berry Gordy, with Laura Harrier as music executive Suzanne de Passe, and Kat Graham will appear as Diana Ross.
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