Michael Jackson Biopic is Expected to ‘Wow!’ – Here’s Everything We Know
The musical drama, “Michael,” is the highly anticipated biography film based on the life and work of one of the most popular singers and dancers of all time, Michael Jackson.
Dubbed the King of Pop, Michael Jackson had a very eventful life and was beloved around the world, before and after his death in 2009. During his successful career, he was plagued by multiple sexual abuse allegations against him.
So, these controversial topics are definitely one of the main reasons that the upcoming movie is only the first feature film about him, and everybody is waiting to see how the movie is going to handle these challenging aspects of his life.
Graham King, the producer of the Michael movie 2025, responded to questions about the controversial and divisive parts of Michael Jackson’s life and what will be the stance of the movie on these issues:
“Michael’s life was complicated. As a filmmaker, I look to humanize but not sanitize and present the most compelling, unbiased story I can capture in a single feature film, and let the audience decide how they feel after watching it. Michael clearly remains an impactful, culturally relevant artist with a life and legacy worth exploring.” He said in an interview with Variety.
The movie is going to cover the entire span of Michael Jackson’s life, from childhood to his death. The director, Antoine Fuqua, is mostly known for his work on The Equalizer trilogy and the critically acclaimed 2001 crime thriller, Training Day. “We have assembled an incredible team of artists for this project – hair, makeup, costumes, cinematography, choreography, lighting, everything – and some who knew and worked with Michael are reuniting for this film.” The director said to Deadline. The filming for Michael wrapped up on May 30, 2024, and now it’s in the post-production phase.
Jaafar Jackson Will Star as His Late Uncle
Since the announcement of the movie, the number one question from fans was the actor who will play Michael Jackson. To the surprise of the fans, Jackson’s nephew Jaafar Jackson will play the main role. Jaafar being part of the family and playing the key role of Michael Jackson is definitely one of the most interesting aspects of the movie.
“… when I looked at Jaafar’s work; he’s not imitating Michael. He became Michael, and he is so damn good.” Said Marlon Jackson, Michael’s brother and a member of The Jackson 5 band, about Jaafar’s performance.
The Michael movie 2025 will include Jackson’s childhood, and Juliano Krue Valdi, a child actor, will play the young Michael in the movie. Other cast members include:
- Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Michael’s father
- Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Michael’s mother
- Miles Teller as John Branca, Michael’s career manager
- Laura Harrier as Suzanne de Passe, the businesswoman who helped The Jackson 5 band
- Jamal R. Henderson as Jermaine Jackson, Michael’s brother
- Tre Horton as Marlon Jackson, Michael’s brother
- Rhyan Hill as Tito Jackson, Michael’s brother
- Joseph David-Jones as Jackie Jackson, Michael’s brother
- Kat Graham as Diana Ross, the famous American singer
- Larenz Tate as Berry Gordy, The Jackson 5 songwriter
- Jessica Sula as La Toya Jackson, Michael’s sister
- Liv Symone as Gladys Knight, an American singer
- Kevin Shinick as Dick Clark, the American TV and radio personality
- Kendrick Sampson as Quincy Jones. The record producer
- Derek Luke as Johnnie Cochran, An American attorney
Since the Michael Jackson movie is in the post-production phase, we are eagerly waiting to see the teaser or a full trailer soon! Michael is scheduled to be released on April 18, 2025.
