Feb 02, 2026 at 12:00 pm

'Michael' Trailer: Jaafar Jackson Plays Late Uncle Michael Jackson in Biopic

The Michael Jackson biopic is coming!

Michael, hitting theaters and IMAX on April 24, was directed by Antoine Fuqua.

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The film stars Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, with Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo.

Here’s a synopsis: “Michael is 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.”