The late King of Pop Michael Jackson‘s life and career are among the most memorable in pop cultural history around the world, and filmmaker Antoine Fuqua sets out to bring the story to life.
With the support of the Jackson family, the renowned director has high expectations for the Michael biopic and plans to bring out the best in movie lovers.
Michael, which is expected to be in cinemas on April 18, 2025, aims to “give audiences an in-depth portrayal of the complicated man who became the King of Pop.”
According to the description, “It will bring to life Jackson’s most iconic performances as it gives an informed insight into the entertainer’s artistic process and personal life.”
The first stated cast member, and the most crucial position as the Thriller performer himself, remained inside the family. The chart-topping performer’s nephew, Jaafar Jackon, will play his uncle.
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The first stated cast member, and the most crucial position as the Thriller performer himself, remained inside the family. The chart-topping performer’s nephew, Jaafar Jackon, will play his uncle.
“With Jaafar, every look, every note, every dance move is Michael. He embodies Michael in a way that no other actor could,” producer Graham King stated.
As the filming develops, more cast members have been revealed, including Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson and Nia Long as Katherine Jackson.
Juliano Krue Valdi is going to play Michael Jackson during his early years. Jayden Harville will play the younger Jermaine Jackson. Jamal R. Henderson will portray Jermaine Jackon in his latter years.
Jaylen Lyndon Hunter will portray the younger Marlon Jackson. Rhyan Hill will play adult Tito Jackson. Nathaniel Logan McIntyre will play Jackie Jackson during his early years. Joseph David-Jones will portray an older Jackie Jackson.
