Teaser Trailer Sets Historic Viewing Record
The teaser trailer for Michael, the official biopic on the “King of Pop,” has been watched over 116 million times within 24 hours. According to WaveMetrix, this achievement has been recorded as the highest single-day view count in Lionsgate’s history. A new global benchmark for music biopics has been established before the film’s release.
Lionsgate and Global Records Surpassed
All previous Lionsgate records have been exceeded, showing the immense anticipation surrounding the film. Furthermore, Michael has been declared the most-viewed music biopic trailer ever released. Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour, which drew 96.1 million views, has been overtaken by this record. Other music films like Bob Marley: One Love and Bohemian Rhapsody have been left far behind in comparison.
Fan Excitement and Emotional Connection Noted
The immense response has been interpreted as a reflection of fans’ excitement to revisit Jackson’s legendary life story. His journey from The Jackson 5 to becoming one of history’s greatest performers is being eagerly awaited by audiences.
Cast and Direction Highlighted
Jaafar Jackson, the pop icon’s nephew, has been cast in his first major role, generating strong emotional resonance among fans. The cast has been completed with Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, Nia Long, and Kat Graham. The film is being directed by Antoine Fuqua, while John Logan has been credited as the writer.
Industry Expectations Grow Rapidly
Strong early reactions have prompted experts to predict record-breaking box office results. Many believe Michael could follow Bohemian Rhapsody, which earned more than $900 million globally. The film has been scheduled for release on April 24, 2026, and is expected to dominate the box office upon debut.
