'Michael' tops biopic box office, grosses $977 million worldwide
Michael, the new biopic about the King of Pop, just made history as the highest-grossing biographical film ever, pulling in $977 million worldwide since its April 2026 release.
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, it follows Michael Jackson's journey from his Jackson 5 days to global superstardom.
'Michael' draws criticism, wins Jackson fans
The film beat out Bohemian Rhapsody and Oppenheimer for the top spot. Jaafar Jackson stars as his uncle Michael, with Colman Domingo and Nia Long as his parents.
While some critics noted it skips over controversies, fans are loving its focus on MJ's music and career highlights.
Since the movie dropped, Jackson's songs have exploded in popularity again: "Billie Jean" is now Spotify's most-streamed song worldwide, and Lionsgate is already planning another film about him.