The Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” arrives on premium video-on-demand platforms on June 9 for $24.99, bringing the theatrical blockbuster home just weeks after its record-breaking theatrical run. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson as the music icon, the film has already earned over $850 million worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Purchase price: $24.99 on PVOD platforms starting June 9
- Rental option available for approximately $19.99
- Available on Apple TV, Prime Video, Fandango at Home, and YouTube
- Film has grossed $857 million worldwide since its April 24 theatrical debut
The film traces Michael Jackson’s rise from his early days in the Jackson 5 through his solo career in the 1970s and 1980s. USA Today noted that Jaafar Jackson’s “liquid dance moves” and “soft-spoken cadence” in the role are “studied to perfection,” with his performance highlighted in sequences like the “Beat It” music video recreation.
“Michael” earned $97 million domestically in its opening weekend and became Lionsgate’s highest-grossing film ever during its theatrical run. The biopic is now the second-highest-grossing musical biography of all time, trailing only “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
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Sources
- USA Today — Confirmed June 9 PVOD release date, $24.99 purchase price, platform availability, and film details
- Box Office Mojo — Verified worldwide box office total of $857 million
- Fandango at Home — Confirmed availability and pricing for PVOD purchase
