This is one of the most anticipated films of this year. It is the story of Michael Jackson, one of the most famous artists of all time. In this movie, his rise to fame with his brothers in a group that conquered millions is recounted, and later as a solo artist in a career that, besides being successful, was marred by headlines. His death took his fans and an entire industry by surprise. It premieres on April 24.

The premiere

Title: Michael

Duration: 127 minutes

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Premieres: April 24, 2026

The cast

Jaafar Jackson: Michael Jackson

Juliano Valdi: Michael Jackson (young)

Colman Domingo: Joe Jackson

Nia Long: Katherine Jackson

Kendrick Sampson: Quincy Jones

Kat Graham: Diana Ross

The story

It portrays Michael Jackson’s journey beyond music, from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the leader of the Jackson Five to becoming a visionary star whose creative ambition sparked an unrelenting drive to establish himself as the greatest icon of the entertainment industry.

The music

The film’s soundtrack includes 13 songs performed by Michael Jackson that appear in the movie, spanning his early days with the Jackson 5, as well as solo recordings, including material from the albums “Off the Wall,” “Thriller” and “Bad” in 1987.

Who was Michael Jackson?

Michael Jackson was born in 1958 and was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and dancer, known as the “King of Pop.” After rising to fame with the Jackson 5, he became a global superstar with the albums “Thriller” and “Bad,” which broke records. Despite his immense artistic success, his later life was marked by public scrutiny, legal battles, and health problems, culminating in his death at age 50 in 2009.

The cost

$155 million is reported as the initial budget, but it rose after extensive filming and added scenes. Some reports suggest that additional costs could bring the total to around $200 million.