Lionsgate, the powerhouse behind some of Hollywood’s biggest hits, is making waves with their bold prediction about the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. Michael Jackson Biopic Will “Be the Biggest Movie We’ve Ever Had,” Lionsgate Exec Says and fans across the globe are buzzing with anticipation! But what’s driving this hype? What makes this biopic stand out from the rest? Join us as we dive deep into why both fans and Lionsgate believe this Michael Jackson biopic will be a colossal success. From exclusive insider details to the legacy of the King of Pop, we’ve got the full scoop! Let’s get into it!
“Michael” is an upcoming American biographical musical drama film directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan. It’s based on the life of the legendary singer, songwriter, and dancer Michael Jackson. The film stars Jaafar Jackson, Michael Jackson’s nephew, in his debut role, alongside Colman Domingo, Nia Long, Miles Teller, Laura Harrier, Kat Graham, Larenz Tate, and Derek Luke.
The project started development in 2017 but wasn’t officially announced until 2019. Lionsgate got the distribution rights in February 2022, and casting began in 2023. Antoine Fuqua was named the director in January 2023, and filming took place from January to May 2024 in California, after a one-year delay due to the 2023.
“Michael” is set to be released in the United States on April 18, 2025, by Lionsgate, and internationally by Universal Pictures.
Recreation of the “Thriller” music video
“New photos from the Los Angeles set show Jaafar Jackson perfectly imitating his uncle, Michael Jackson, as he recreates the iconic ‘Thriller’ music video for the biopic.” “In the latest scenes, Jaafar effortlessly imitating his famous uncle by wearing one of his most iconic outfits — the legendary leather jacket. Paired with an ’80s mullet, Jaafar fully embraces the role, recreating the unforgettable ‘Thriller’ music video where Michael undergoes a supernatural transformation into a zombie-like creature.” “In the latest snapshots, we also catch a glimpse of the actress playing Ola Ray, Michael’s date in the ‘Thriller’ video. Though her name hasn’t been revealed yet, she perfectly captures Ray’s ’80s style from head to toe.” The video would not be complete without its hoard of dancing zombies.
Images and videos of the re-creation of “thriller” in same place where the original video was filmed in 1983. Everything looks practically identical to how it looked 40 years ago.
Michael Jackson Biopic Movie Wraps Production
Michael, the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, has wrapped its 5-month production in California. According to an Instagram post from production company GK Films, Michael has officially finished filming. The post reads, “Thank you to the best cast and crew we could ever ask for! See you soon, Moonwalkers!”
“Michael will bring audiences a riveting and honest portrayal of the brilliant yet complicated man who became known worldwide as the King of Pop,” the synopsis for the film reads. “This epic, cinematic film will examine Jackson’s triumphs and tragedies – from his human side, to his public and private struggles, to the accusations and the 24/7 media microscope Jackson lived under, even at his artistic apex. The all-star filmmaking team will also capture Michael’s undeniable creative genius, recreating his most memorable, iconic performances. As never before, audiences will experience an inside look at one of the most influential, trailblazing artists the world has ever known.”
‘Michael’ Biopic is Set to Break Records
We are living in a time when Hollywood is actually making a lot of musical biopics (Elvis Presley, Amy Winehouse, Bob Marley, Freddy Mercury, and the planned Frank Sinatra and Bruce Springsteen flicks, to name a few), so it does not surprise us that one of the biggest musical artists of all time, Michael Jackson, will also be the center of an upcoming biopic. The movie is a gamble due to Jackson being a controversial figure, but from what we can deduce, the executives at Lionsgate have a lot of confidence in the project. Jim Packer, president of worldwide television distribution at Lionsgate, recently talked to the media and revealed his enthusiasm over the upcoming film, claiming that it will be Lionsgate’s biggest project of all time!
Earlier this year, Matt Belloni from Puck shared that Lionsgate has big hopes for Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming Michael Jackson biopic. They’re aiming for a massive box office success, possibly hitting the $1 billion mark when the movie releases early next year.
Jim Packer told the media about his confidence in the movie, going as far as to claim that it is the studio’s biggest project ever. Here is what he said: “It’s clear it’s going to be an IP-focused company. It’s going to produce, distribute, film and TV. The buzz that we’re getting every time a photo gets released is kind of crazy. And I think that’ll be the biggest movie we’ve ever had.”
Currently, Lionsgate’s top-grossing movie is “Hunger Games: Catching Fire” from 2013, which made $865 million worldwide. With “Michael,” they’re aiming for the billion-dollar mark, especially since the film’s production costs were only $155 million. Whether “Michael” reaches that milestone depends on the film itself. Will it be entertaining? Will it resonate with audiences? Director Antoine Fuqua’s track record is mixed, with hits like “Training Day” alongside less successful films like “Emancipation.”
As for the portrayal of Michael Jackson, it remains to be seen how it will be received. Despite controversies surrounding Jackson, the average moviegoer may not be overly concerned with them.
The movie is set to release in theaters on April 18, 2025, and is likely to mark the beginning of a summer of blockbusters. Moreover, if it is anything like the Christopher Nolan directorial, Oppenheimer, then the sky is the limit for the Michael Jackson biopic for which fans have already made the promise of buying tickets.
A majority of fans celebrated and cheered at the news of the movie wrapping up its filming as if it were going to be released tomorrow.
Other fans pondered over how given the controversies that have followed Michael Jackson’s name will the movie manage to present a realistic yet enigmatic portrayal of the star’s life.
Whether it chooses to glorify the star or play the realistic chord, fans have no qualms in watching the magic unfold in theaters.
“Michael” is set to release in theaters across the United States on April 18, 2025, distributed by Lionsgate. Universal Pictures will simultaneously release the movie worldwide on the same date. ” “Drop a comment and let me know: how excited are you to experience the Michael Jackson biopic in theaters.
