The film, which will tell the story of the musician’s life and career, will star his nephew Jaafar Jackson in the lead role.
Michaelthe biographical film of Michael Jackson of Antoine Fuqua for Lionsgate, it was originally scheduled to be released in April 2025 in the United States. Now, the Deadline portal has confirmed that Lionsgate has delayed the release to position the film “for awards season.”
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the movie It already has a release date in the United States for October 3although worldwide release dates have not yet been announced. Michael is scheduled to be distributed worldwide by Universal Pictures.


So far, limited information about the film has been made public. Its first trailer was revealed to critics at CinemaCon in April and was reportedly well received, but it has not yet been released to the public.
The producer Graham King confirmed in April of this year that the project was halfway through production. “We are incredibly proud of this film. “I’m looking forward to giving audiences a movie like they’ve never seen before,” said King.
He also shared, “When you mention his name, everyone has an opinion. For the first time…generations of moviegoers will come together to experience an inside look at the most prolific artist who ever lived.”
What the Michael Jackson biopic is about
The film, which will tell the story of Michael’s life and career, will star his own nephew, Jaafar Jacksonin the lead role. Other actors who will participate in the film are Colman Domingoas Joe Jacksonand Miles Tellerlike the manager John Branca.
The Vampire Diaries star Kate Grahamwill play the iconic Diana Ross. Kendrick Sampsonfrom Insecure, will play the industry giant Quincy Jones (who died earlier this week).
So far, only one image from the film has been released, in which Jaafar Jackson sports one of Michael’s most iconic looks.
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Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson.
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