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Michael Hits $303M Global, Sets Aussie Record, Sequel Planned

4/28/2026

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The film Michael, starring Jaafar Jackson, earned $97 million in the U.S. and $217 million worldwide in its opening weekend.
Globally the movie has grossed over $303 million and set an Australian opening record of $7.98 million.
Spotify listeners for Michael Jackson rose from 68 million to 73 million, while the Jackson 5 grew from 8.7 million to 9.7 million.
Lionsgate chairman Adam Fogelson announced a sequel is in development and a third film is not inconceivable.

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The film Michael, starring Jaafar Jackson, earned $97 million in the U.S. and $217 million worldwide in its opening weekend.
Globally the movie has grossed over $303 million and set an Australian opening record of $7.98 million.
Spotify listeners for Michael Jackson rose from 68 million to 73 million, while the Jackson 5 grew from 8.7 million to 9.7 million.
Lionsgate chairman Adam Fogelson announced a sequel is in development and a third film is not inconceivable.