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What is happening with Michael Jackson biopic? Will it be two movies in 2026?

The upcoming biopic about Michael Jackson may be split into two movies, as reported by Deadline.
Jaafar Jackson portrays Michael Jackson in the film, which is produced by Graham King and has a script written by John Logan, currently undergoing revisions before reshoots.
Colman Domingo and Nia Long portray Joe and Katherine Jackson, respectively.
Lionsgate stated that the release date is uncertain, with reports suggesting a possible shift to 2026.

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Antoine Fuqua’s Michael Jackson Biopic Has Been Delayed To 2026

Source: Goedefroit Music / Getty Fans will have to wait a little bit longer for the Michael Jackson biopic. The project has been pushed to 2026. Variety is reporting that the forthcoming project detailing Michael Jackson’s life will not be released until next year. According to the report, Michael will most likely be split into two parts thus the need to reschedule the premiere date (originally Oct. 3). To no surprise, this project has been in t…

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Michael Jackson biopic set for major change with eye-watering $155,000,000

A biopic on Michael Jackson's life titled Michael is reportedly set for a major change which could impact it's release date.

5 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Vulture

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The Michael Jackson Biopic Will Probably Be Split in Two

Antoine Fuqua’s Michael Jackson biopic will probably be split into two films. ‘Michael’ is reportedly in reshoots because a plot involving accusations of child molestation could not legally be dramatized.

6 days ago·United States

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Michael Jackson Biopic in Flux as Filmmakers Mull Splitting Movie in Two

Producer Graham King is mulling a new reality for the Michael Jackson biopic.

6 days ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Antoine Fuqua’s ‘Michael’ Could Be Split Into Two Movies, Pushed to 2026

After a legal misunderstanding required the film's entire third act to be reshot, the musical biopic appears likely to be delayed yet again.

6 days ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Thriller: Michael Jackson Movie Will Come in Two Parts a la "Wicked" But Not Until 2026 - Showbiz411

There’s been a lot of talk in the last 24 hours about the Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael.” Both Deadline’s Anthony D’Alessandro and TheInsneider’s Jeff Sneider have been on the track of this movie since Lionsgate made no mention of the potential blockbuster at CinemaCon this week. Now I can confirm exclusively that “Michael” will be […] The post Thriller: Michael Jackson Movie Will Come in Two Parts a la “Wicked” But Not Until 2026 appeared fi…

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