US EditionMichael Jackson Biopic Trailer Shatters Records with 116 Million Views in 24 Hours
The Michael Jackson biopic trailer broke records with 116 million views in 24 hours, surpassing Taylor Swift and Bob Marley, Lionsgate said.
- The teaser trailer racked up more than 116.2 million views within 24 hours, WaveMetrix said, making it the most-viewed music biopic trailer and Lionsgate's largest launch.
- Producer Graham King said Jaafar Jackson was the clear choice after an extensive worldwide casting search, calling him the only person powerful enough to take on the role.
- The cast includes Colman Domingo, Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller and Juliano Krue Valdi as young Michael, while Jaafar Jackson wrote he is `humbled and honored` and Katherine Jackson said `Jaafar embodies my son`.
- Set to premiere in theaters on April 24, 2026, Michael has already made history despite not yet reaching cinemas.
- Producer Graham King brings established biopic experience from Bohemian Rhapsody as the film promises to explore Michael Jackson's complex legacy through iconic performances and personal moments.
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Michael Jackson’s biopic is not yet released and already breaks records. According to a note published by The Hollywood Reporter, Michael Jackson’s trailer reached in less than 24 hours 116.2 million worldwide reproductions. According to WaveMetrix, the trailer became the most viewed in the history of musical biopics, marking a historic debut for the Lionsgate studio. Jennifer Batten, Michael Jackson’s historic guitarist: “I didn’t intend to be …
Michael Jackson's biopic trailer breaks record with 116 million views in 24 hours - Report
The teaser trailer for the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, titled 'Michael', has broken records with 116 million views in 24 hours. Starring Jaafar Jackson as Michael, the film covers his incredible journey from the Jackson Five to becoming the King of Pop, directed by Antoine Fuqua and scheduled for release on April 24, 2026.
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