The first trailer for Michael, the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, has shattered records by becoming the most-watched music biopic preview in history. Released November 6th, the trailer garnered over 116.2 million global views in its first 24 hours. This also marks Lionsgate’s most-viewed movie trailer ever. Jaafar Jackson, the King of Pop’s real-life nephew, stars as Michael Jackson alongside Oscar nominee Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson. The cast includes Miles Teller as attorney John Branca, Kat Graham as Diana Ross, and Nia Long as Katherine Jackson. The film arrives in theaters April 24, 2026. Lionsgate chair Adam Fogelson already hinted at potential sequel plans, stating “the creative team is hard at work making sure that we’re in a position to deliver more Michael soon after we release the first film.” (Story URL)
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Michael Jackson Biopic Trailer Breaks Viewership Records With 116.2 Million Views
By Ozzy
Nov 10, 2025 | 7:01 PM
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