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With the explosion of movie star biopics lately — “Elvis,” about rock legend Elvis Presley, “Bohemian Rhapsody” about Queen singer Freddie Mercury, and “Rocketman” about icon Elton John, to call a number of — it was due time for Jackson’s concurrently fascinating and tumultuous private {and professional} life to be highlighted in a characteristic movie. Properly, it is occurring. The King of Pop is coming to a movie show close to you quickly!

It was introduced by way of Deadline on Jan.18 that the late Michael Jackson’s story will likely be informed in a brand new Lionsgate biopic directed by the acclaimed Antoine Fuqua and co-produced by “Bohemian Rhapsody” producer Graham King.

Jackson, born in 1958 in Indiana, rose to fame as a baby star alongside along with his brothers as a part of The Jackson 5. The musical genius went on to win 13 Grammys over his lifetime, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Corridor of Fame twice, and was dubbed “The King of Pop” after embarking on a solo profession and releasing hits like “Billie Jean,” “Thriller,” “Beat It,” and “Clean Felony.”

Whereas Jackson’s profession was undoubtedly spectacular, his life was complicated and shrouded in controversy in his later years. Between accusations of kid sexual abuse and his tragic loss of life at age 50, Jackson has made headlines for extra than simply his musical expertise. Now, that full life story will likely be detailed within the upcoming biopic in regards to the King of Pop’s life. Learn on for all the main points we have now in regards to the movie thus far.

Whereas there are numerous celebrities with the primary identify Michael, there’s maybe none extra recognizable and timeless than Michael Jackson, which is why his biopic is shifting ahead with the becoming title, “Michael.”

“Michael” Plot

In response to The Hollywood Reporter the “Michael” will cowl every thing from Jackson’s baby stardom in The Jackson 5 to his impactful musical profession as an grownup, however can even pretty deal with the accusations of kid sexual abuse he confronted late in his life. Though the precise plot hasn’t been confirmed, it is also anticipated for the movie to the touch on the pop star’s tragic 2009 loss of life.

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“Michael” Biopic Director, Producers, and Screenwriter

Per Deadline, “Micheal” will likely be directed by Fuqua, who most notably labored on “Emancipation” with Will Smith, “The Equalizer” franchise starring Denzel Washington, and the critically acclaimed “Coaching Day.”

“For me, there isn’t any artist with the facility, the charisma, and the sheer musical genius of Michael Jackson,” Fuqua shared in regards to the topic of “Michael” (by way of Selection). “I used to be influenced to make music movies by watching his work — the primary Black artist to play in heavy rotation on MTV. His music and people photographs are a part of my worldview, and the possibility to inform his story on the display screen alongside his music was irresistible.”

King, who most just lately labored on the Freddie Mercury biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody,” will co-produce “Michael” alongside John Branca and John McClain, who have been each concerned in Jackson’s life in several capacities. Whereas Branca, an leisure lawyer, was a part of Jackson’s administration group and instrumental in producing the “Thriller” quick movie, McClain is a music government who’s been related to acts like Jackson, Lionel Richie, and Janet Jackson.

The movie’s script will likely be penned by John Logan, who famously labored on “Gladiator” and the hit James Bond movies “Skyfall” and “Spectre” that includes Daniel Craig.

“Michael” Biopic Launch Date

No particulars about “Michael”‘s launch date or filming places have been shared at the moment. Manufacturing, nevertheless, is reportedly set to kick off later this yr, accommodating Fuqua’s schedule as he is at the moment engaged on “The Equalizer 3” in Italy.

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