The biographical film “Michael,” which premiered internationally on April 24th, is confidently on its way to a new record. Over the past weekend, the movie grossed an additional $28.5 million internationally. The total box office earnings have already surpassed $788 million.
It’s vital to consider that the film has not yet been released in Japan, meaning it has every potential to surpass the 2018 sensation, “Bohemian Rhapsody” ($911 million), which currently holds the title of the highest-grossing musical biopic ever. “Michael” has already surpassed the opening weekend box office records of both “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Oppenheimer.”
As a reminder, the film’s narrative centers on the pivotal moments of Michael Jackson’s life, from his early performances with The Jackson 5 to the creation of his iconic hits and the debut of his famous “moonwalk.” The role of the legendary musician is portrayed by his nephew, Jaafar Jackson, marking his acting debut. The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua, known for his work on “The Equalizer” and “Southpaw.”
It was previously reported that a sequel to the film is in development. There is ample source material regarding Michael Jackson’s life to create a second movie. Filming could potentially commence as early as late 2026. The release date for the sequel has not yet been announced.
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