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Movie Info & Cast

Director:

Antoine Fuqua

Producer:

John Branca, Graham King, John McClain

Writer:

John Logan

Release Date:

Apr 24, 2026

Runtime:

2hr 7m

Synopsis

MICHAEL is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world.

Cast

  • Miles Teller
  • Colman Domingo
  • Jaafar Jackson
  • Kat Graham
  • Laura Harrier
  • Nia Long
  • Derek Luke
  • Larenz Tate
  • Jessica Sula
  • Kendrick Sampson
Moviegoers are saying
This Michael Jackson biopic has audiences absolutely electrified, with viewers praising Jaafar Jackson's transformative performance as his legendary uncle - many say it's like watching Michael himself come back to life. While critics may be divided, fans are calling for Oscar nominations and already demanding a sequel, with the theater experience being described as 'concert-like' and emotionally overwhelming.
Top Mentions
Heart-Pounding
Oscar-Worthy
Concert-Experience
Tear-Jerker
Visually-Stunning
Sequel-Ready
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Letterboxd User Reviews

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  • Apr 21, 2026

    okay then the sequel better be named "Jackson"

    31.4K Likes
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    Apr 17, 2026

    Critics can suck my heehee

    30.4K Likes
    JoshuaCaine
    JoshuaCaine
    Apr 20, 2026

    Michael Jackson will return in Avengers: Doomsday

    25.2K Likes
    Sydney🚀
    Sydney🚀
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    Apr 14, 2026

    Who made the music for this it’s really good

    19.2K Likes
    EliTC
    EliTC
    Apr 21, 2026

    Movie started with “hee hee” and that’s all I needed

    12.9K Likes
    Yashley
    Yashley
    May 2, 2026

    one ticket ple-HEEHEE-ase

    17.8K Likes
    timtamtitus
    timtamtitus
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    Apr 14, 2026

    You twins? Nah, we Jacksons

    11.3K Likes
    Lia
    Lia
    Apr 20, 2026

    The push and pull factor of the most generic music biopic formula that continues to plague the 21st century and the best songs you’ve ever heard in your life

    10.9K Likes
    jonathan fujii
    jonathan fujii
    Apr 20, 2026

    the way they introduce michael jackson’s pet monkey in this, you’d think robbie williams himself was making a cameo

    10.8K Likes
    -ˏˋ mak ˊˎ-
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  • Mooniemove
    Mooniemove loved
    Michael

    Loved it so much, can’t wait for the second movie

    2 🔥 10 19D
    DJ
    DJ liked
    Michael

    Nephew did an excellent job. But I have some questions 👀

    3 🔥 👀 6 18D
    EDB
    EDB liked
    Michael

    Jaafar is HIM!

    2 🔥 5 17D
  • Genesis Molinar
    Genesis Molinar loved
    Michael

    Crazy ✨ Captured Feelings SO GOOD! 🥹Plenty dramatic but mostly cinematic 🎆

    🔥 6 20D
    Max William
    Max William loved
    Michael

    I’ve been a fan for a LONG time and Jaafar Jackson sounds exactly like his uncle Michael, and he got Michael’s mannerisms down perfectly. They did skip over a few things that would’ve been nice to have been included but overall it was a great movie and every fan should see it.

    1 🔥 3 18D
    Lav
    Lav loved
    Michael

    If we all had his good heart, the world would be a better place.

    🔥 4 17D
  • Thebluemonkey69
    Thebluemonkey69 loved
    Michael

    Never reading rotten tomatoes again because this movie was incredible absolutely incredible acting was perfect the directing was great it some people say it ends abruptly but it doesn’t his arc is done it’s just a riot a film u need to see on a massive scene 10/10 incredible

    🔥 3 17D
    Adityaraj Chauhan
    Adityaraj Chauhan loved
    Michael

    It was simple AMAZING, crazy cinematography and story delivery, idk why critics hate it but it was extremely entertaining.

    🔥 👀 2 15D
    Devakriti Sanyal
    Devakriti Sanyal liked
    Michael

    Really really good movie but I wish they showed more

    🔥 2 17D
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POPULAR TAGS
#mustsee
#greatcast
#epic
#great
#inspiring
#allthefeels

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  • AC
    Angelina C
    #mustsee
    #epic
    #allthefeels

    Please don’t listen to the critics! This movie was amazing and ELECTRIC in theaters! It’s been years since I’ve seen a biopic fill the entire theater with excitement <3

    WC
    Wendy Collier
    #seeingitagain
    #epic
    #truestory

    Was awesome. As a fan of Michael growing up it was like I was seeing part of my childhood memories in their concerts. I feel I truly saw Michael.

    OO
    Ola Osinowo
    #greatcast
    #great
    #inspiring

    Take a bow Jaafar. Your uncle would've been so proud. A+

  • SL
    Smay Lar

    Very good movie, I enjoyed it

    SB
    Shannon Brown
    #allthefeels
    #surprising
    #epic

    WOW. This movie evoked so many different emotions!! Michael is truly the greatest performer of all time. I didn’t want this movie to end ! JAAFAR did an amazing job!

    SB
    Sheryl-Anne Bevineau
    #mustsee
    #great
    #allthefeels

    Loved every moment of it!

  • JS
    Jac D Smith
    #seeingitagain
    #epic

    This film has heart and a complicated empathy to the iconic characters .It was very good. I loved both portrayal of Michael. Coleman and Nia showed the hard and soft love of parents. I felt complicated empathy towards Michae

    AT
    Ashley Taylor
    #inspiring
    #mustsee
    #seeingitagain

    The Michael movie is beautifully done. Jaafar gives a performance worthy of an actor with decades of experience. If there aren’t Oscar noms for this, the critics and voters weren’t paying

    SC
    Sherman Chao
    #mustsee
    #epic

    Totally believe I heard and saw Michael on screen

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does Michael come out in theaters?
April 24, 2026 is the release date.
Is Michael (2026) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG-13, meaning that some material may be considered inappropriate for children under 13.
How long is Michael (2026)?
The movie is 2hr 7min long.
What's Michael (2026) about?
MICHAEL is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world.
Who's the cast of Michael (2026)?
  • Miles Teller as John Branca
  • Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson
  • Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson
  • Kat Graham as Diana Ross
  • Laura Harrier as Suzanne de Passe
  • Nia Long as Katherine Jackson
  • Derek Luke as Johnnie Cochran
  • Larenz Tate as Berry Gordy
  • Jessica Sula as La Toya Jackson
  • Kendrick Sampson as Quincy Jones
Who's the director behind Michael (2026)?
Antoine Fuqua directed Michael (2026).
Who produced Michael (2026)?
John Branca, Graham King and John McClain produced Michael (2026).
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