Michael Jackson Movie Release Date Delayed, Possible Length Revealed
The Michael Jackson movie has received a new release date window from Lionsgate, after nearly a year since movie's production wrap.
www.comingsoon.netHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting.
- The Michael Jackson biopic, titled Michael, is currently scheduled for a global theatrical release on April 24, 2026. This date has been repeatedly reported by trade outlets and major entertainment press after multiple delays.
- Jaafar Jackson, Michael’s nephew, stars as Michael, with Antoine Fuqua directing; Lionsgate handles domestic release and Universal handles international distribution. The film has undergone multiple scheduling changes, but the spring 2026 date has been the most consistently cited in mid-2025 onward.
- Some outlets previously mentioned potential shifts or split-format considerations (e.g., longer runtime or multi-part plans) and earlier targets (e.g., 2025 or fall 2025), but current coverage centers on a April 2026 rollout. If you’re tracking for a specific platform (theatrical vs. streaming), note that the current emphasis is on global theatrical release.
Would you like a quick summary of the most reliable sources and a calendar-style reminder for any updated dates as they emerge? I can also pull the official studio announcements if you’d like.