'Michael' biopic hits $300M worldwide milestone

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.

Starring Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Colman Domingo, and Miles Teller, 'Michael' added $47.5 million internationally from Monday to Thursday across 82 territories, lifting its overseas total to $169.3 million. Domestically, it reached $129.8 million by the end of its first week, for a global cumulative of over $299 million as of Thursday—pushing past the $300 million mark per box office tracking. This performance builds on its second-largest global opening of 2026, trailing only 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie'.

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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.

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 Michael Jackson biopic has triggered a major increase in streams for the singer's music catalog. Jackson's solo tracks achieved a new career high last week according to Billboard data. The film continues its strong box office run despite mixed reviews.

Director Antoine Fuqua of the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' expressed skepticism about certain child abuse allegations against the singer in an interview with The New Yorker. He discussed major reshoots prompted by legal restrictions from a past settlement. The film opens in theaters on April 24 from Lionsgate.

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Universal's Super Mario Galaxy Movie grossed $152.1 million worldwide in its second weekend, pushing its global cumulative total to $629 million. The animated sequel now stands as the highest-grossing MPA release of 2026, trailing only China's Pegasus 3. It is projected to reach $700 million next weekend.

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