Teaser For Antoine Fuqua’s Michael Jackson Biopic MICHAEL Is Here

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.

In theaters on April 24, 2026, MICHAEL stars Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, with Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo.

From director Antoine Fuqua with a screenplay by John Logan, watch the first teaser for MICHAEL.

Michael Jackson had 13 number-one hits on the Billboard Hot 100 during his solo career. This list includes collaborations with other artists. https://www.michaeljackson.com/the-artist/

Michael Jackson’s solo #1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 

• “Ben” (1972): The title track from his second solo album.
• “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough” (1979): The first single released from his Off the Wall album.
• “Rock with You” (1980): A single from the Off the Wall album.
• “Billie Jean” (1983): The iconic single from the album Thriller.
• “Beat It” (1983): Also from the Thriller album.
• “Say Say Say” (1983): A duet with Paul McCartney.
• “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You” (1987): A duet with Siedah Garrett, from the album Bad.
• “Bad” (1987): The title track from the album.
• “The Way You Make Me Feel” (1988): Another #1 hit from the Bad album.
• “Man in the Mirror” (1988): From the album Bad.
• “Dirty Diana” (1988): The fifth consecutive single from Bad to reach #1, a record for a male artist.
• “Black or White” (1991): The first single from the album Dangerous.
• “You Are Not Alone” (1995): Became the first song in Billboard Hot 100 history to debut at #1.