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Michael Jackson Biopic Delayed to 2027 Amid Legal Issues

5/27/2025

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The highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," has been pushed back to 2027, shifting from its original October 2025 release. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, this ambitious two-part film features Jaafar Jackson in the lead role and boasts a hefty $155 million budget. Legal hurdles and script revisions are behind this significant delay, leaving fans eagerly awaiting its debut.

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The highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael," has been pushed back to 2027, shifting from its original October 2025 release. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, this ambitious two-part film features Jaafar Jackson in the lead role and boasts a hefty $155 million budget. Legal hurdles and script revisions are behind this significant delay, leaving fans eagerly awaiting its debut.