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Michael Biopic Nets $80.5M Opening, Beats Wick, Dune

4/24/2026

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  • Lionsgate’s Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” earned between $12.5 million and $13.5 million in combined previews on April 24, 2026.
  • The preview total helped generate an $80.5 million opening weekend.
  • Its preview earnings surpassed John Wick: Chapter 4’s $8.9 million and out-earned Dune: Part Two, which earned about $12 million.
  • Rotten Tomatoes shows a 96% audience rating for Michael, while critics gave it a 40% score.
  • Internationally, the film earned $18.5 million on its first day through Universal’s distribution.