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Channel 4 Series Airs Unseen 2003 Footage in Michael Jackson Case

The documentary juxtaposes a former insider’s defense of Jackson with witnesses who describe alleged abuse.

Overview

  • The four-part Michael Jackson: The Trial is scheduled for Feb 4 and 5 on Channel 4.
  • The program unveils 2003 interviews with Gavin Arvizo and his family that were recorded as a rebuttal to Martin Bashir’s ITV film.
  • Film-maker and former Jackson insider Christian Robinson says he saw no wrongdoing and portrays Janet Arvizo as an opportunist focused on money.
  • Other participants, including a former maid and detectives, recount alleged abuse and describe the case as strong.
  • The series revisits the investigation that led to charges and notes Jackson’s 2005 acquittal on all 10 counts.