Lionsgate executives shared updates on a sequel to the Michael Jackson biopic during a quarterly earnings call. They expressed strong confidence in the project and noted significant pre-shot footage.
Lionsgate Studios Motion Picture Chair Adam Fogelson said the studio is really excited about the progress on a second Michael film. He noted that conversations with all appropriate parties continue to go exceptionally well and highlighted untapped stories and music from Jackson's catalog.
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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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Lionsgate’s Michael is expected to top the box office this weekend in its fourth frame with more than 25 million dollars. Focus Features’ Obsession is tracking for a solid third place debut between 13 million and 15 million dollars.
Lionsgate posted stronger quarterly results, driven by the box office performance of its thriller 'The Housemaid.' Revenues rose while the studio returned to profit.
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The team behind Scary Movie 6 has released a promotional poster that spoofs the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, incorporating taglines referencing longstanding child abuse allegations against the singer. The poster features a Ghostface-inspired killer dressed as Jackson with the lines 'Prepare to Hee-Hee' and 'Touching Fans Everywhere.' The biopic Michael arrives in theaters this Friday.
Actor Colman Domingo has expressed hope that Paris Jackson will eventually appreciate the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, despite her recent criticism. In an interview, Domingo described the film as a tribute to her father. The exchange highlights tensions around the production of the movie titled Michael.
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Sony Pictures has signed filmmakers Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, directors of 2025's Final Destination: Bloodlines, to a first-look deal that includes them helming the long-in-development Metal Gear Solid movie adaptation. The duo's new company, Wonderlab, will develop the project along with others for Sony labels, as first reported by The Hollywood Reporter on April 9, 2026.