Michael Jackson’s Biopic Trailer Becomes Most-Watched in History With 116 Million Views

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Even before it opens in theaters, the anticipated Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" is already shattering records.

According to analytics company WaveMetrix, the teaser trailer for the Antoine Fuqua-directed movie had over 116.2 million views in its first day, making it the most watched music biopic trailer ever and the largest trailer launch in Lionsgate's history. This places it ahead of Bob Marley: One Love (60.1 million) and Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (96.1 million). Michael, which is scheduled to open in theaters on April 24, 2026, promises a comprehensive insight into the life of one of the most significant artists in the world. Tracing Michael Jackson's path from a bright boy leading the Jackson Five to a visionary artist whose inventiveness and ambition made him a global phenomenon extends beyond the music. The movie gives viewers a close-up look at Michael Jackson as they've never seen him before through personal moments and reinvented performances.

At the center of it all is Michael Jackson's nephew Jaafar Jackson, who plays the King of Pop in his feature film debut.

 

Producer Graham King, who also worked on Bohemian Rhapsody, said the young actor’s connection to the role was immediate. “I met Jaafar over two years ago and was blown away by the way he organically personifies the spirit and personality of Michael,” he told Variety. “It was something so powerful that even after conducting a worldwide search, it was clear that he is the only person to take on this role.”

Alongside Jaafar, the film stars Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller, and Osacr nominee Colman Domingo, with Juliano Krue Valdi portraying young Michael. The film is produced by Graham King, John Branca, and John McClain — the team behind “This Is It”and “Thriller 40.”

In its first clip, Jaafar is seen recreating some of Michael’s most iconic dance moments, including the moonwalk and a glimpse of the “Thriller” music video.

 

 

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