Michael Jackson Biopic: Nephew Jaafar Jackson To Play The Lead; To Release In April 2025

Michael Jackson Biopic: Legendary dancer, singer, and performer Michael Jackson's biopic is finally ready to roll. The King of Pop is known as a cultural icon for all ages, and fans can't wait to see his life unfold on the big screen. They will have to wait till April 18, 2025, though.

Michael Jackson's biopic is titled Michael and will see his nephew, Jaafar Jackson, playing the lead role. The film will be directed by King Arthur-fame Antoine Fuqua. The biopic will cover the life and four-decade-spanning career of legend Michael Jackson.

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The filming was scheduled to begin in mid-2023 but was delayed due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. Now the team is set to roll the camera on January 22, 2024. Produced by GK Films, Michael will be distributed by Lionsgate in the United States and Universal Pictures internationally.