Michael is making major moves worldwide, months after its April release.
The Michael Jackson biopic has now brought in over $932.2 million at the global box office as of this weekend, nearing the billion dollar mark, per Variety.
The film added $21 million globally in its eighth weekend of release, and is about to pass the $950 million mark.
If the movie passes $975 million, it will zoom past Oppenheimer as the highest-grossing biopic of all time.
It’s already the biggest musical biopic of all time, surpassing Bohemian Rhapsody‘s $911 million record.
That number still comes without Japan’s full tally, as the movie didn’t open there until June 12.
Michael similarly surpassed the third highest-grossing music biopic weeks ago, 2022’s Elvis, which grossed over $288 million worldwide.
The film arrived in theaters on April 24, and was directed by Antoine Fuqua. It stars Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo.
Here’s a synopsis: “Michael is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. 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.”
A sequel to the smash-hit movie is in the works and Lionsgate’s main executive has revealed some details about what fans can expect. Find out what may happen in the sequel.
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