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Upcoming film by Antoine Fuqua
Michael biographical musical drama film directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan , based on the life of the American singer, songwriter, and dancer Michael Jackson . It stars Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson , in his film debut, alongside Colman Domingo , Nia Long , Miles Teller , Laura Harrier , Kat Graham , Larenz Tate , and Derek Luke .
Michael is scheduled for release in the United States on April 18, 2025, by Lionsgate , and by Universal Pictures internationally.
Premise [ edit ]
The film follows the life and career of Michael Jackson. Since he joined the Jackson 5 until his death, weeks before his last tour.[2]
Production [ edit ]
Pre-production [ edit ]
In November 2019, it was announced that Graham King had secured the rights to produce a film about Michael Jackson , with John Logan set to write the screenplay.[3] Lionsgate acquired the distribution rights.[2] [4] Antoine Fuqua was announced as the director,[5] Jaafar Jackson was announced to play Jackson.[6] [7] Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson ,[8] Nia Long as Katherine Jackson .[9] Miles Teller was reported to be in talks to play one of Jackson's attorneys.[10] John Branca .[11] the Jackson 5 were announced later that month,[12] Laura Harrier , Kat Graham , Larenz Tate , Jessica Sula , Liv Symone, Kevin Shinick , KeiLyn Durrel Jones, and Kendrick Sampson being added to portray Suzanne de Passe , Diana Ross , Berry Gordy , La Toya Jackson , Gladys Knight , Dick Clark , Bill Bray, and Quincy Jones in March.[13] [14] Derek Luke was added to the cast as Johnnie Cochran .[15] child sexual abuse accusations against Jackson , with King saying that he wanted to "humanize but not sanitize and present the most compelling, unbiased story".[1]
Filming [ edit ]
Principal photography was scheduled to begin in mid-2023 over 80 days in Santa Barbara and was projected to spend $120 million on crew wages and vendors, according to the California Film Commission .[16] 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike .[17] [18] Dion Beebe serving as the cinematographer. Barbara Ling serves as the production designer, and Marci Rodgers as the costume designer.[19] [20] [21]
Release [ edit ]
Michael will be distributed by Lionsgate in the United States on April 18, 2025,[18] Universal Pictures internationally, except for Japan.[22] CinemaCon on April 10, 2024, to positive reception.[23]
References [ edit ]
^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (November 22, 2019). "Michael Jackson's Life Getting Movie Treatment; The Aviator ' s Graham King & John Logan Reteam, And MJ Estate Aboard" . Deadline Hollywood Archived from the original on February 7, 2022. Retrieved February 7, 2022 .
^ Welch, Rebecca (June 15, 2022). "Lionsgate's Michael Jackson Biopic, Michael , Is Casting for Its Star" . Backstage Archived from the original on June 16, 2022. Retrieved June 16, 2022 .
^ Davis, Clayton (January 18, 2023). "Antoine Fuqua to Direct Michael Jackson Biopic for Lionsgate, Set to Begin Shooting This Year" . Variety Archived from the original on January 18, 2023. Retrieved January 18, 2023 .
^ Rubin, Rebecca (January 30, 2023). "Michael Jackson's Nephew Jaafar to Star in Biopic Michael " . Variety Archived from the original on January 30, 2023. Retrieved January 30, 2023 .
^ Anthony, D'Alessandro (January 18, 2024). "Lionsgate Finds Young Michael Jackson in Juliano Krue Valdi for Antoine Fuqua's Michael " . Deadline Hollywood Archived from the original on January 18, 2024. Retrieved January 18, 2024 .
^ Vlessing, Etan (January 25, 2024). "Colman Domingo to Play Michael Jackson's Father in Biopic" . The Hollywood Reporter Archived from the original on January 26, 2024. Retrieved January 25, 2024 .
^ Anthony, D'Alessandro (January 30, 2024). "Michael Jackson Biopic Michael Sets Nia Long As Matriarch Katherine Jackson" . Deadline Hollywood Archived from the original on February 26, 2024. Retrieved February 27, 2024 .
^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (January 31, 2024). "Miles Teller Circling Lionsgate & Universal Michael Jackson Biopic Michael " . The Wrap Archived from the original on February 6, 2024. Retrieved February 27, 2024 .
^ Chitwood, Adam (February 6, 2024). "Miles Teller to Play Michael Jackson Attorney John Branca in Biopic" . The Wrap Archived from the original on February 7, 2024. Retrieved February 6, 2024 .
^ Gajewski, Ryan (February 27, 2024). "Michael Jackson Biopic Casts Its Jackson 5" . The Hollywood Reporter Archived from the original on February 27, 2024. Retrieved February 27, 2024 .
^ Donnelly, Matt (March 6, 2024). "Michael Jackson Biopic Adds Laura Harrier as Pioneering Music Exec Suzanne de Passe (EXCLUSIVE)" . Variety Archived from the original on March 7, 2024. Retrieved March 7, 2024 .
^ Jackson, Angelique (March 25, 2024). "Michael Jackson Biopic Adds Kat Graham as Diana Ross, Larenz Tate as Berry Gordy" . Variety Archived from the original on March 25, 2024. Retrieved March 25, 2024 .
^ Grobar, Matt (April 23, 2024). "Derek Luke To Play Johnnie Cochran In Lionsgate's 'Michael' . Deadline Hollywood Archived from the original on April 23, 2024. Retrieved April 23, 2024 .
^ Sakoui, Anousha (March 6, 2023). "Michael Jackson biopic to spend a record $120 million in California under state tax credit program" . Los Angeles Times Archived from the original on March 6, 2023. Retrieved March 7, 2023 .
^ "Director Antoine Fuque says he is readying for Michael Jackson movie" . Salamanca Press Archived from the original on November 14, 2023. Retrieved September 21, 2023 .
^ a b Jackson, Angelique (January 11, 2024). "Michael Jackson Biopic Set for 2025 Release" . Variety Archived from the original on January 11, 2024. Retrieved January 11, 2024 .
^ D'Alessasndro, Anthony (January 11, 2024). "Antoine Fuqua's Michael Jackson Biopic Gets Global Release Date Via Lionsgate & Universal" . Deadline Hollywood Archived from the original on January 19, 2024. Retrieved January 24, 2024 .
^ Peralta, Diego (May 31, 2024). "Antoine Fuqua's Michael Jackson Biopic Gets a Big Update" . Collider . Archived from the original on May 31, 2024. Retrieved June 20, 2024 .
^ @gkfilms (May 31, 2024). And that’s a wrap! Thank you to the best cast and crew we could ever ask for! See you soon, Moonwalkers! Shamonnnneee (Instagram post and caption ) - via Instagram .
^ Grobar, Matt (October 3, 2023). "Lionsgate's Michael Jackson Biopic Michael To Be Released Internationally By Universal" . Deadline Hollywood Archived from the original on October 3, 2023. Retrieved October 3, 2023 .
^ Rubin, Rebecca; Lang, Brent (April 10, 2024). "Michael Jackson Biopic Trailer Electrifies CinemaCon With Moonwalking King of Pop, 'Thriller' Performance and More" . Variety Archived from the original on April 12, 2024. Retrieved April 12, 2024 .
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