Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’: First Teaser Reveals Nephew Jaafar Jackson in Iconic Role

🎬 What’s happening?

The eagerly anticipated biopic Michael, directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, has released its first teaser trailer. The Economic Times+3TheWrap+3ComingSoon+3
The teaser shows Michael Jackson’s nephew Jaafar Jackson stepping into the legendary pop star’s shoes, recreating many of his signature moves and key career moments. People.com+2ComingSoon+2

🎥 Who’s playing whom?

• Jaafar Jackson plays Michael Jackson. The Indian Express+2ComingSoon+2

• Supporting cast includes actors such as Colman Domingo (as Joe Jackson), Nia Long (as Katherine Jackson), and Miles Teller (as John Branca). CBR+1

🔍 What does the teaser show?

The trailer opens in a recording studio setting with Michael and producer Quincy Jones, then transitions into iconic moments: the “Thriller” video look, stage performances, snippets of songs like “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’” and “Don’t Stop ’til You Get Enough.” CBR+2ComingSoon+2
According to fans:

“The teaser trailer has done the job of riling up fans … Time to re-learn the moonwalk!” Parade

📅 When will the movie release?

The film Michael is scheduled to be released theatrically on 24 April 2026. People.com+1
Originally it was planned for 2025 but the date shifted due to reshoots and production changes.