Michael (2026)

Michael
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Synopsis

The cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.

Metrics

Production Budget:$155,000,000

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: April 24th, 2026 (Wide) by Lionsgate
April 24th, 2026 (IMAX) by Lionsgate
International Releases: April 22nd, 2026 (Wide) (Spain)
April 22nd, 2026 (Wide) (France)
April 23rd, 2026 (Wide) (Italy)
April 23rd, 2026 (Wide) (Denmark)
April 23rd, 2026 (Wide), released as Majkl (Serbia and Montenegro)
MPA Rating: PG-13 for some thematic material, language, and smoking.
(Rating bulletin 2919 (cert #55181), 1/14/2026)
Cast, crew, or production detail: Same Role, Multiple Actors
Filming location (country): United States
Filming location (state or county): California, United States
Plot point: Biography, Dysfunctional Family, Musicians
Social setting: Music Industry
Subgenre: Biographical Drama
Time period setting: 1960s, 1970s, 1980s
Source:Based on Real Life Events
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Dramatization
Production/Financing Companies: Lionsgate, GK Films
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

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Synopsis

The cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.

Metrics

Production Budget:$155,000,000

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: April 24th, 2026 (Wide) by Lionsgate
April 24th, 2026 (IMAX) by Lionsgate
International Releases: April 22nd, 2026 (Wide) (Spain)
April 22nd, 2026 (Wide) (France)
April 23rd, 2026 (Wide) (Italy)
April 23rd, 2026 (Wide) (Denmark)
April 23rd, 2026 (Wide), released as Majkl (Serbia and Montenegro)
MPA Rating: PG-13 for some thematic material, language, and smoking.
(Rating bulletin 2919 (cert #55181), 1/14/2026)
Cast, crew, or production detail: Same Role, Multiple Actors
Filming location (country): United States
Filming location (state or county): California, United States
Plot point: Biography, Dysfunctional Family, Musicians
Social setting: Music Industry
Subgenre: Biographical Drama
Time period setting: 1960s, 1970s, 1980s
Source:Based on Real Life Events
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Dramatization
Production/Financing Companies: Lionsgate, GK Films
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.