TLDR: New details have been confirmed for the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic Michael, offering a closer look at its release date, cast, and the story.

Michael Movie Release Date

Michael is scheduled to be released in cinemas on Apr 24 2026 and will be available in IMAX among selected cinemas in Malaysia.

Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson and Other Cast

The film will star Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of Michael Jackson and son of Jermaine Jackson, in the lead role.

This marks his feature film debut, following a highly competitive audition and casting process that concluded in early 2023.

The supporting cast includes Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, and Miles Teller as John Branca, Michael Jackson’s attorney.

Additional roles are played by Laura Harrier and Juliano Krue Valdi, contributing to a strong ensemble that brings the story to life.

The Direction of The Michael Movie

The biopic will explore Michael Jackson’s life journey, beginning with his early childhood and rise to fame with the Jackson 5, and continuing through his transformation into the global phenomenon known as the King of Pop.

The film is expected to portray both his public success and the personal challenges he faced throughout his career.