On March 19, 2026, the trailer for the film 'Michael' was uploaded to Universal Pictures' YouTube channel. The biopic vividly brings Michael Jackson's legendary life and artistic journey to the screen.
In 'Michael,' Jaafar Jackson stars as Michael Jackson in his feature-film debut. Big-name actors Nia Long, Laura Harrier, and Miles Teller co-star, driving major buzz. The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua of 'Training Day' fame, with a screenplay by three-time Academy Award nominee John Logan.
The story begins with how Michael Jackson's extraordinary talent was discovered as the leader of the Jackson 5, then spotlights his iconic performances throughout his solo era. In particular, songs like 'Beat It' highlight the relentless practice and passion behind his artistry, with viewers leaving comments like "1:18—wow, I thought that was really Michael."
Beyond charting his life, 'Michael' explores Jackson's creative drive to become the world's greatest entertainer and portrays his offstage life with unprecedented candor. Powered by Jaafar Jackson's compelling performance, the film is building high expectations, promising even longtime fans a fresh perspective.