Sean Marshall Lionsgate released the first teaser trailer to the long awaited and highly anticipated film of 2026, MICHAEL, today. We get our fist look at Jaafar Jackson, nephew of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, play his uncle. Check out the trailer below.
MICHAEL will arrive in theaters April 24, 2026. The film will star Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, with Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo. It will be directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan.
MICHAEL is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known.
The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.
