Michael biopic nears Lionsgate highest grossing record

The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has reached $897.9 million globally after its seventh weekend, positioning it to surpass Lionsgate's previous top earners.

The Antoine Fuqua-directed film added $23.1 million worldwide during the weekend ending June 7. Domestic earnings stand at $354.2 million while international totals reach $543.7 million including Volga markets. Michael has already exceeded the lifetime grosses of Bohemian Rhapsody in multiple territories such as the UK, France, Germany, Brazil and Australia. It passed the $865 million of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire and the $868.5 million of Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 earlier in its run. Japan, the final major overseas market, is scheduled to open June 12. Industry trackers expect the release to push the worldwide total past $900 million and potentially beyond Bohemian Rhapsody's $911 million finish.

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The Michael Jackson biopic Michael launched to a projected $95 million to $100 million U.S. debut and $200 million globally, marking a major win for Lionsgate despite a 38% Rotten Tomatoes critics score. Audiences gave it a 96% approval rating, praising Jaafar Jackson's portrayal of the singer. The film ends in 1988, avoiding later abuse allegations due to legal constraints from a settlement with accuser Jordan Chandler.

One week after its record-breaking $218.8 million global opening, Liongate's Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' has crossed $300 million worldwide. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, has surpassed Warner Bros.' 'Elvis' to claim the No. 2 spot among musical biopics, behind only 'Bohemian Rhapsody', fueled by strong international holds.

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The Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' debuted with $97.2 million in North America and $218.8 million globally over its opening weekend. The Lionsgate release earned $25.4 million on Sunday, exceeding expectations by $400,000. It marks the second-largest global opening of 2026 so far.

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The sequel to the 2006 hit was projected to surpass the original movie's lifetime global gross of $326.5 million on May 8. As of the prior day, it had accumulated $324 million worldwide. The film continues its strong run in its second weekend at the North American box office.

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