15 Jan – The Michael Jackson biopic, "Michael" is scheduled to be released on 18 April 2025. The movie, under the Lionsgate banner, has Michael's nephew Jaafar Jackson playing him in the movie, with Antoine Fuqua directing the project by scribe John Logan of "Gladiator" fame. The movie is produced by Graham King ("Bohemian Rhapsody") along with John Branca and John McClain, who are the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate.
The official synopsis read, "Michael will bring audiences a riveting and honest portrayal of the brilliant yet complicated man who became the King of Pop. The film presents his triumphs and tragedies on an epic, cinematic scale - from his human side and personal struggles to his undeniable creative genius, exemplified by his most iconic performances. As never before, audiences will experience an inside look into one of the most influential, trailblazing artists the world has ever known."