Michael Jackson Biopic Becomes First Lionsgate Film to Gross $1 Billion

Updated at: July 14, 2026 at 05:30 AM

On July 12, 2026, the biographical film 'Michael' achieved a historic feat, becoming the first-ever biopic to surpass $1 billion at the global box office.

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Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson, the film chronicles the life of the legendary pop icon from his early days with the Jackson 5 to his monumental 1988 'Bad' World Tour.

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adjectivelegendary

This success marks a massive milestone for the studio Lionsgate, which had struggled recently, making 'Michael' their highest-grossing film in history.

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The movie performed exceptionally well abroad, pulling in over $629 million internationally, while domestic audiences contributed another $371 million.

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Many industry analysts see this as a triumphant comeback for Lionsgate.

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It serves as a reminder of the artist's enduring cultural impact and remains a landmark achievement for both the studio and the legacy of the King of Pop.

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What historic milestone did the film 'Michael' achieve on July 12, 2026?

It became the first biographical film to reach $1 billion at the global box office.

It became the highest-grossing documentary of all time.

It was the first movie to be filmed entirely in Japan.

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It became the first biographical film to reach $1 billion at the global box office.

Who portrays Michael Jackson in the film?

Antoine Fuqua

Graham King

Jaafar Jackson

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Jaafar Jackson

Which studio produced 'Michael', marking a record-breaking achievement for them?

Kino Films

Lionsgate

Universal Pictures

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Lionsgate

How did critics generally receive the film?

It received universal acclaim from every critic.

It was almost entirely negative.

The film received mixed reviews.

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The film received mixed reviews.

What part of Michael Jackson's life does the narrative cover?

His entire life up to his final days.

His life from childhood through the 1988 'Bad' World Tour.

Only his childhood with the Jackson 5.

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His life from childhood through the 1988 'Bad' World Tour.

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