Lionsgate Confirms 30% Completion of Michael Jackson Biopic Sequel
Michael Sequel Is Already 30% Complete, Production House Lionsgate Reveals

Image: Ndtv
Lionsgate has confirmed that the sequel to the successful biopic 'Michael' is already 30% complete. The sequel will explore untold stories from Michael Jackson's later career, including his musical eras and controversies, and aims to appeal to a global audience.
- 01Lionsgate CEO Adam Fogelson expressed excitement about the sequel's progress during a quarterly earnings call.
- 02The sequel will utilize 25-30% of footage originally shot for the first film, providing financial benefits.
- 03The first film concluded during Jackson's 1987 Bad tour, leaving significant events from his later life unexplored.
- 04Fogelson hinted that the sequel may not follow a strictly chronological format, allowing for a more dynamic storytelling approach.
- 05The original biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua, grossed over $700 million worldwide, making it the second-highest-grossing biopic ever.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Lionsgate has officially confirmed that the sequel to the biopic 'Michael', which chronicles the life of pop icon Michael Jackson, is already 30% complete. During a quarterly earnings call, Lionsgate CEO Adam Fogelson shared his enthusiasm for the project, noting that discussions with involved parties are progressing well. He revealed that a portion of the sequel's footage was originally shot for the first film, which could provide financial advantages. The first film concluded during Jackson's 1987 Bad tour, leaving many aspects of his later life, including his musical eras and the controversies surrounding him, unexplored. Fogelson indicated that the sequel will delve into these untold stories, emphasizing that there are many entertaining elements from Jackson's career that were not covered previously. He also teased that the narrative might not adhere to a strict chronological order, allowing for a more engaging storytelling experience. The original film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, was a box office success, grossing over $700 million globally and becoming the second-highest-grossing biopic of all time.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Are you excited for the sequel to the Michael Jackson biopic?
Connecting to poll...
More about Lionsgate

Mel Gibson Unveils First Look at 'The Resurrection of the Christ' with Updated Release Dates
Ndtv • May 22, 2026

Seth Rogen's The Studio Season 2 Scheduled for 2026 Release on Apple TV+
Screenrant • May 22, 2026

Sydney Sweeney's 'The Housemaid' Franchise Expands with Stage Adaptation and Sequel
Collider • May 21, 2026
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.




