Michael
"Discover the making of a king."
Michael follows the pop icon's life beyond the stage, tracing how a gifted child from a family group grows into a worldwide phenomenon through sheer creative energy and relentless drive. The film places his early years with the Jackson Five at the center, then shifts to the emergence of a solo... Read more
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About Michael
Michael follows the pop icon's life beyond the stage, tracing how a gifted child from a family group grows into a worldwide phenomenon through sheer creative energy and relentless drive. The film places his early years with the Jackson Five at the center, then shifts to the emergence of a solo artist whose bold ideas push boundaries and reshape performance. Viewers see his off stage life, the pressures of fame, and the people who shaped him, from family to collaborators, as he crafts shows that redefine what a live concert can be. No spoilers about twists, but the film promises a front row seat to the making of legend and the costs that come with it for fans and newcomers.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua with a screenplay by John Logan, Michael offers a music driven portrait of a star. The film leans into cinematic spectacle while carving space for intimate behind the scenes moments and the team that surrounded him.
Box office data for this film has not been released in the available materials. No worldwide gross figures are provided here, so the audience can only gauge early expectations from marketing and early press coverage and social buzz and chatter.
No major award nominations are listed in the provided data, so there are no awards to recount. Should the film accumulate honors, they would likely focus on performances, Fuqua's direction, and John Logan's work behind the scenes, recognizing the challenge of portraying a living icon with sensitivity.
The approach to Michael appears to center on the tension between artistic invention and personal life, highlighting creative ambition, discipline, and the toll of fame. Critics will likely weigh how the film balances spectacle with private moments, and whether it challenges stereotypes surrounding a global pop legend and its lasting influence on music and culture.
Details
- Release Date
- April 22, 2026
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Rating
- PG-13
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Music, Drama
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Studio
- Lionsgate +2 more
- Budget
- $155,000,000
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Jaafar Jackson
Michael Jackson
Colman Domingo
Joe Jackson
Nia Long
Katherine Jackson
Kendrick Sampson
Quincy Jones
Miles Teller
John Branca
Juliano Krue Valdi
Young Michael Jackson
Joseph David-Jones
Jackie Jackson
Jamal Henderson
Jermaine Jackson
Jessica Sula
LaToya Jackson
Kat Graham
Diana Ross
Director: Antoine Fuqua
Written by: John Logan