Michael Jackson Film Sets Record With 116 Million Trailer Views

The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic Michael has already made historical past — and it hasn’t even hit cinemas but.

The teaser trailer for the Antoine Fuqua-directed movie racked up greater than 116.2 million views inside its first 24 hours, making it the most-viewed music biopic trailer of all time and the biggest trailer launch in Lionsgate historical past, in accordance with analytics agency WaveMetrix. It now sits forward of earlier document holders together with Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (96.1 million) and Bob Marley: One Love (60.1 million).

Set to premiere in theaters on April 24, 2026, Michael stars Jaafar Jackson — the late King of Pop’s nephew — within the lead position. The movie guarantees to discover Michael Jackson’s advanced legacy via each iconic performances and private moments.

“I’m humbled and honored to convey my Uncle Michael’s story to life,” Jaafar Jackson wrote on Instagram. “To all of the followers all around the world, I’ll see you quickly.”

Producer Graham King, who spearheaded 2018’s Bohemian Rhapsody, mentioned Jaafar was the clear selection for the position after an intensive casting course of. “I met Jaafar over two years in the past and was blown away by the best way he organically personifies the spirit and persona of Michael,” King informed Selection in 2023.

“It was one thing so highly effective that even after conducting a worldwide search, it was clear that he’s the one particular person to tackle this position. I’m past thrilled that he has come on board to painting his uncle and can’t anticipate the world to see him on the large display as Michael Jackson.”

The singer’s mom, Katherine Jackson, additionally informed the publication, “Jaafar embodies my son. It’s so fantastic to see him keep it up the Jackson legacy of entertainers and performers.”

The forged additionally contains Colman Domingo, Nia Lengthy, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller, and youngster actor Juliano Krue Valdi as younger Michael.