Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ Breaks Records With 116 Million Views In 24 Hours

The King of Pop continues to make history even years after his passing. The teaser trailer for Michael , the highly anticipated biopic on Michael Jackson, starring his nephew Jaafar Jackson, has set a new record with a staggering 116 million views within 24 hours of release.

A Historic Start for ‘Michael’

The film, titled Michael, traces Jackson’s extraordinary journey from his early days with The Jackson Five to becoming one of the most iconic performers in music history. According to Deadline, the teaser surpassed all previous musical biopic launches, generating more than double the engagement of past chart-toppers.

The short clip showcases Jaafar Jackson, who bears a striking resemblance to his legendary uncle, rehearsing signature moves like the moonwalk and recreating moments from the iconic Thriller music video.

A Glimpse into the Legend’s Life

As per the official synopsis,“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.”

Directed by Antoine Fuqua, Michael stars Juliano Krue Valdi as young Michael, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Kat Graham as Diana Ross, Miles Teller as John Branca, Laura Harrier as Suzanne de Passe, and Kendrick Sampson as Quincy Jones. The screenplay is penned by three-time Oscar nominee John Logan.

Breaking Biopic Records

The Michael trailer has now outperformed several major musical biopic releases, including Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (96.1M), Bob Marley: One Love (60.1M), Bohemian Rhapsody (57.6M), and Bob Dylan: A Complete Unknown (47.2M).

Set to release on April 24, 2026, Michael promises to deliver a powerful and intimate portrayal of the man behind the legend , celebrating his unparalleled artistry, influence, and enduring legacy in global music.