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This highly anticipated biopic gives fans an intimate look into pop sensation, Michael Jackson’s, life.
'Michael' tells the story of the early years of Michael Jackson's career, from his role as lead singer in The Jackson 5 (later The Jacksons) to his 'Bad' era in 1988. The film also gives a closer look into the tumultuous relationship he had with his father and the demands that were put upon him as he evolved to become a global superstar.
The film is directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day) and features Michael Jackson’s own nephew, Jaafar Jackson, in the role of Michael. The cast also features Nia Long, Colman Domingo, Miles Teller, Larenz Tate, Kendrick Sampson and more.
Debuting at number one across Southern Africa, the film has delivered the biggest cinema opening of 2026 locally, while setting a new benchmark as the highest opening ever for a biopic in the country.