The Michael Jackson biopic box office debut has rewritten Hollywood history. The film earned $97 million domestically in its opening weekend. Globally, it pulled in $217.4 million. No biopic has ever opened this big. Not even close. The numbers put the film ahead of two giants in the genre. Bohemian Rhapsody and Straight Outta Compton…
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Michael Jackson biopic box office record smashes 5 rivals
The Michael Jackson biopic box office record is here and it arrived faster than anyone expected. Lionsgate’s Michael, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson as his late uncle, pulled in between $12.5 million and $13.5 million across its combined preview screenings. That figure includes IMAX and premium large-format fan screenings that began Wednesday…
Michael box office boom: record-breaking $150M debut
The Michael box office boom is turning heads across Hollywood as the long-awaited Michael Jackson biopic storms toward a massive global opening. Despite early mixed reviews, the film is tracking for one of the biggest debuts ever for a musical biopic, powered by global curiosity, nostalgia, and the performance of Jaafar Jackson, who portrays his…
Jaafar Jackson’s jaw-dropping ‘Michael’ transformation
Jaafar Jackson is stepping into one of the most recognizable roles in music history, portraying his uncle Michael Jackson in the upcoming biopic Michael. The transformation has already captured attention, with early images showing just how closely the 29-year-old mirrors the late pop icon. As the son of Jermaine Jackson, Jaafar brings both a personal…
Michael Jackson’s untold story hits the big screen and tickets are already flying
One of the most anticipated films of the year is almost here. Michael, the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of Michael Jackson, is set to open in theaters everywhere on April 24, 2026, and for fans who simply cannot wait, a special early access opportunity is already available. Premium screenings begin two days…