Michael, a film based on the life of legendary singer and performer Michael Jackson, is set to hit theaters in the U.S. on April 24, 2026. It features Michael Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, in the titular role and is directed by Antoine Fuqua, who is well-known for making films like Training Day, The Equalizer series, and Southpaw. Given Michael Jackson’s global legacy, the film is expected to draw large audiences to theaters. With that in mind, let’s take a look at three major box office records the upcoming biopic will be aiming to surpass, both domestically and worldwide.
1. Biggest Domestic Opening For A Musical Biopic
Several musical biopics have delivered strong domestic openings over the years. The 2015 film Straight Outta Compton currently holds the record with an impressive $60.2 million opening weekend. It is followed by Bohemian Rhapsody (2018), which was based on the life of Freddie Mercury and earned $51.1 million in its opening frame. Moreover, Austin Butler’s Elvis opened to $31.2 million in North America.
Given Michael Jackson’s global popularity, the upcoming film aims to surpass the opening figures of these musical biopics. According to industry estimates, Michael is tracking for a $60 million+ opening in North America, Deadline reports. If it achieves this mark, it could set a new record for the biggest domestic opening for a musical biopic.
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2. $1 Billion Worldwide Milestone
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