Movie Information
Domestic Total: 195.19M
Opening Weekend: 97.21M
Legs: 2.01
Overview: Discover the story of Michael Jackson, one of the most influential artists the world has ever known, and his life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world, highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career.
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Daily Table
| Date | Revenue | % YD | Theaters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Apr 24, 2026 | $39,290,344 | + 0.00% | 3955 |
| Sat, Apr 25, 2026 | $32,463,413 | -17.38% | 3955 |
| Sun, Apr 26, 2026 | $25,453,117 | -21.59% | 3955 |
| Mon, Apr 27, 2026 | $7,670,456 | -69.86% | 3955 |
| Tue, Apr 28, 2026 | $11,108,967 | + 44.83% | 3955 |
| Wed, Apr 29, 2026 | $7,239,644 | -34.83% | 3955 |
| Thu, Apr 30, 2026 | $6,577,891 | -9.14% | 3955 |
| Fri, May 1, 2026 | $14,250,433 | + 116.64% | 3955 |
| Sat, May 2, 2026 | $22,946,241 | + 61.02% | 3955 |
| Sun, May 3, 2026 | $17,206,578 | -25.01% | 3955 |
| Mon, May 4, 2026 | $4,575,814 | -73.41% | 3955 |
| Tue, May 5, 2026 | $6,404,150 | + 39.96% | 3955 |
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Jaafar Jackson | Michael Jackson |
| Colman Domingo | Joseph Jackson |
| Nia Long | Katherine Jackson |
| Juliano Krue Valdi | Young Michael Jackson |
| KeiLyn Durrel Jones | Bill Bray |
| Miles Teller | John Branca |
| Kendrick Sampson | Quincy Jones |
| Joseph David-Jones | Jackie Jackson |
| Jamal Henderson | Jermaine Jackson |
| Rhyan Hill | Tito Jackson |
| Trey Horton | Marlon Jackson |
| Jessica Sula | LaToya Jackson |
| Larenz Tate | Berry Gordy |
| Laura Harrier | Suzanne de Passe |
| Mike Myers | Walter Yetnikoff |
| Nathaniel Logan McIntyre | Young Jackie Jackson |
| Judah Edwards | Young Tito Jackson |
| Jayden Harville | Young Jermaine Jackson |
| Jaylen Hunter | Young Marlon Jackson |
| Deon Cole | Don King |
| Michael Andrew Baker | Record Company Excecutive |
| Zach Kenney | Record Company Excecutive |
| Amaya Mendoza | Young LaToya Jackson |
| Liv Symone | Gladys Knight |
| Albie Selznick | Plastic Surgeon |
| Christine Fekete | Oncology Nurse |
| Daniel Korenfeld | Kevin Clark |
| Sophia Villegas | Girl at Country Fair |
| John Rake | Reporter |
| Kyle Hills | Postal Worker |
| Misha Suvorov | Animal Handler |
| Lincoln Bodin | Hospital Kid (Michael) |
| Jasper Irvin | Hospital Kid (Curtis) |
| August Dantus | Hospital Kid (John) |
| Jack McSherry | Hospital Kid (Rudy) |
| Brandon Turner | Gang Member |
| DeRon Cash | Gang Member |
| Brandon Brown | Gang Member |
| Jerrel O'Neal | Gang Member |
| Jon Boogz | Gang Member |
| Brandon McKinnie | Gang Member |
| Larry Jacks | Gang Member |
| Suga Pop | Gang Member |
| Alan Leal | Gang Member |
| Kalan.FrFr | Gang Member |
| Anna Carini | Toy Store Woman |
| Kameron Brummer | Toy Store Kid |
| Tiago Martinez | Brandon |
| Anika Nicolle Brooks | Shy Girl |
| Michael Berry Jr. | Senior Partner |
| Mark Bloom | Senior Partner |
| Asia Fuqua | "Thriller" Girlfriend |
| Tony von Halle | Assistant Director |
| Jono Petrie | John Landis |
| Monique Lindsey | Yetnikoff Secretary |
| Paul Hipp | Commercial Director |
| Zylan Brooks | EMT |
| Rob Brownstein | Dr. Harley (Burn Doctor) |
| Ryan Everett | Greenroom Reporter |
| Emily Zapotocny | Sheryl Crow |
| Cedric Stephens | Darryl Phinnessee |
| Dennis Boyd | Dorian Holley |
| Darrell Lee Hughes | Kevin Dorsey |
| Mikal Berry | Bodyguard |
| Frescia Belmar | Jennifer Batten (uncredited) |
| Prince Jackson | Victory Tour Crew Member (uncredited) |
| Kevin Shinick | Dick Clark (uncredited) |
| Seth Fuentes | Michael Jackson Fan (uncredited) |
Comps
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| Title | Release Date | Budget |
|---|---|---|
| Deepwater Horizon | Sep 28, 2016 | $110M |
| Elvis | Jun 22, 2022 | $85M |
| Bob Marley: One Love | Feb 14, 2024 | $70M |
| Chevalier | Apr 20, 2023 | $35M |
| Respect | Aug 12, 2021 | $55M |
| Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody | Dec 20, 2022 | $50M |
| Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere | Oct 22, 2025 | $55M |
| Bohemian Rhapsody | Oct 24, 2018 | $52M |
Profitability Breakdown
Domestic
Week 1: $129.8M
Week 2: $65.38M
Investor Share: $35.96M
Week 3+: $0.00
Investor Share: $0.00
International
$243.92M (55.55%)
Investor Share: $85.37M
Costs
Budget: $250M
P&A: $250M
Breakdown
Gross: $439.11M
Net: $199.22M
Costs: $500M
Profit
Profit: $-300.78M (Loss)
The profitability breakdown is based on Dan Murrell's YouTube videos (Dan Murrell is not affiliated with Reel Numbers). The breakdown only includes the theatrical release and does not account for any post-theatrical revenue streams such as streaming, home video, or merchandise sales. Additionally, the breakdown does not include any tax incentives, sponsorships, or product placement that may have occurred during production.
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