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Michael Jackson Biopic Premieres in Berlin as Lionsgate Targets $700 Million

Family oversight signals a rollout focused on celebration over controversy.

Overview

  • The film’s world premiere in Berlin, which took place Friday, drew roughly 4,000 attendees and packed fan events across the weekend.
  • Variety, as cited by AFP, reports Lionsgate is projecting about $700 million in global ticket sales for the release.
  • Trade reporting says the movie is not expected to delve into Jackson’s legal troubles or abuse allegations.
  • The production was made under Jackson family control, with his nephew Jaafar Jackson portraying the pop star.
  • Civil cases filed in 2013, 2014, and March 2026 remain active, and Jackson has not been convicted in criminal or civil court.