US EditionMichael Jackson Biopic Pushed to April 2026 Release
UNITED STATES, JUL 24 – The Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' faced multiple delays due to a lengthy initial cut and controversy over excluding 1993 allegations, with a $155 million budget, Lionsgate said.
- On April 24, 2026, Lionsgate and Universal will release 'Michael,' confirming it as a single film after delays caused by content and length debates.
- Amid ongoing production debates, the film's length and content, including references to Jordan Chandler, caused delays, prompting re-shoots and estate demands for content removal.
- Antoine Fuqua directs Michael, screenplay by John Logan, with a $155 million budget and mid-2025 reshoots.
- Ahead of the first weekend of May, 'Michael' serves as the de facto kickoff tentpole release, and it will be the week's only major studio release in the U.S.
- As a music icon, Michael Jackson's influence endures, and the film joins Lionsgate's 2026 slate alongside Sunrise on the Reaping.
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Michael Jackson biopic release delayed until 2026
Kevin Mazur/WireImage Michael Jackson fans who’ve been anxiously waiting for the biopic on the singer’s life will be waiting a little longer. Lionsgate just announced that the film, Michael, has been pushed back, and will now hit theaters and IMAX on April 24, 2026. This is the second time the film’s release has been delayed. The movie, which has the support of MJ’s estate, was originally supposed to open April 18, 2025, and was later pushed to …
Michael Jackson Biopic Delayed to April 2026 Amid Content Concerns
The heavily anticipated Michael Jackson biopic has been pushed to a release date of April 24, 2026. The film, led by Antoine Fuqua and produced by Graham King, is experiencing… The post Michael Jackson Biopic Delayed to April 2026 Amid Content Concerns appeared first on .
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