Michael Jackson biopic release pushed back to fall 2025
Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the film was originally set to premiere on April 18, 202
gulfnews.comHere’s the latest: the Michael Jackson biopic titled Michael is now scheduled for a global theatrical release on April 24, 2026. multiple outlets have reported this new date after earlier delays. Some coverage also noted that the project has been discussed as possibly spanning two films, with various release window rumors prior to the April 2026 date. Reports from late 2024 and 2025 indicate other considerations like runtime length and potential split releases, but the currently confirmed date appears to be April 24, 2026.[1][2][3][5][9]
What this means for you:
- If you’re planning to see it in theaters, target late April 2026 for the global release in many markets.[1]
- Expect potential follow-up news about trailers, cast details, and regional release specifics in the weeks ahead.[2][3]
- Given past delays, it’s wise to stay tuned to official Lionsgate/Universal announcements for any final scheduling changes.[7]
If you’d like, I can compile a quick timeline of reported dates and the sources so you can see how the schedule evolved.