US EditionLionsgate released new trailer for Michael Jackson biopic; take a look
- On Monday, February 2, a trailer shows Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson and confirms Jaafar Jackson will portray Michael Jackson as the lead.
- The filmmakers say the film 'Michael' aims to humanize Michael and show the making of his artistry while portraying the Jackson family’s love and support.
- The trailer highlights scenes with Joe Jackson, portrayed by Domingo, including lines like 'Let me tell you something,' referencing his role and his death in June 2009 at age 89, along with Michael Jackson's moments like 'You are beautiful.'
- Some of Michael's closest family members have voiced concerns, and Paris Jackson posted she had `0% involvement` after Domingo's remarks.
- With an April 24, 2026 release, Jaafar Jackson, Jermaine Jackson's son, will make his feature debut as Michael in the biopic.
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And the Oscar goes to… Source: Lionsgate Pictures Social media is buzzing over Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo‘s mind-blowing transformation into the infamous Joe Jackson in a stunning reveal at the center of the highly anticipated new trailer for Michael. In the now-viral first look, Domingo disappears under extraordinary prosthetics and makeup to become the famed Jackson patriarch whose controversial tactics helped his son ascend into hi…
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Legendary / Michael / Colman Domingo / Nia Long Antoine Fuqua’s Michael is gearing up to be the definitive biopic for the late King of Pop, and everyone looks the damn part, especially Colman Domingo. We already knew Jafaar Jackson was the perfect choice to play his uncle. Still, damn, we, and social media, were not ready to see Colman Domingo in character as Joe Jackson, the legendary and controversial patriarch of the Jackson family. Lionsgate…
The film that tells the story of the King of Pop will premiere in April and stars Jaafar Jackson; watch the preview
The project is signed by music composer and director Cameron Crowe.
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