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Posted 4/24/2026
Michael is a sprawling musical biographical drama directed by Antoine Fuqua. The film explores the complex life and legacy of Michael Jackson, the "King of Pop," tracing his journey from the mid-1960s with the Jackson 5 to his monumental solo career through the late 1980s. Written by John Logan and produced by Graham King, the narrative aims to provide a humanizing and unbiased portrayal of the artist’s creative genius, iconic performances, and deep-seated personal struggles, including his highly publicized legal battles and private turmoil. The film has a reported runtime of 127 minutes and is positioned by Lionsgate as an epic cinematic event designed for IMAX audiences.
The film marks the major motion picture debut of Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s nephew, who has received significant buzz for his uncanny physical and vocal resemblance to his uncle. Young Michael is portrayed by Juliano Krue Valdi, while the supporting cast features heavyweights such as Colman Domingo as the family patriarch Joe Jackson and Nia Long as Katherine Jackson.
Miles Teller appears as attorney and manager John Branca, and Laura Harrier portrays Motown legend Suzanne de Passe. With a massive budget and the cooperation of the Jackson Estate, Fuqua utilizes his signature visceral style to bridge the gap between the electrifying spectacle of Jackson’s stage presence and the intimate, often tragic reality of his life behind the scenes.
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