Michael Jackson is and will always be a music legend and it does not matter when you read this, the reality is that he has been one of the most complete artists who have ever walked the world and it is not for nothing that he is known as Pop’s king. Michael’s career was so impressive that 14 years after his death we still talk about him and listen to his music, but now his legacy will also be honored with the release of a biographical film.
Yes, just as you read it, the singer will have his biopic, and expectations are through the roof because we all hope that the film will show us not only what the king’s life was like, but that it can also completely immerse us in the vision that Jackson he had of the world and himself.
Who Will Play Michael Jackson?
One of the biggest questions about the new Michael Jackson biopic is who will play the singer, which will undoubtedly be a huge responsibility. And now that more details of the film have been revealed, we know that the chosen one was Jaafar Jackson, who, as his last name reveals, is the artist’s nephew as he is the son of Jermaine Jackson, former member of the Jackson 5 and older brother of Michael. As for his vocal and dancing skills, he is known to be good at both disciplines, although this would be the first major film project in which he participates.
What Part of Michael Jackson’s Life Will We See in the Film?
The film, which by the way will be directed by Antoine Fuqua, recognized for directing other films such as Training Day and the remake The Magnificent Seven, promises to delve into the singer’s beginning in the Jackson 5 and his rise to fame as a soloist. However, it is also expected to touch on more controversial topics such as the legal processes and accusations of sexual abuse that he faced, as well as other decisive, but also painful, episodes in the star’s life. Antoine Fuqua assured that the story will be told showing “the man, about the human being… The good, the bad, and the ugly.”
When Will the Movie Be Released?
According to what has been revealed, the biographical film of Michael Jackson will hit theaters on April 18, 2025, and will be titled Michael. The film will be produced by Lionsgate and distributed worldwide by Universal Pictures; while the script will be written by John Logan and Graham King in production.
This story was written in Spanish by Mariana Martell in Cultura Colectiva.
