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

Michael Jackson's nephew Taj Jackson lashed out at media outlets on social media days before the April 24, 2026, release of the biopic 'Michael,' expressing faith that audiences will judge the film for themselves. This follows earlier trailer buzz and family input on the estate-backed production.

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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.

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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Illumination and Universal's Super Mario Galaxy Movie debuted to a record $372.5 million globally over its opening weekend, including $190 million in North America over five days and $182.4 million internationally. The animated sequel broke numerous box office records, marking the biggest opening of 2026 so far. It trails only its 2023 predecessor in several key metrics.

 

 

 

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