The Michael Jackson Movie's Runtime & Reception Leave a Lot to Be Desired

Antoine Fuqua’s Michael is set for release on April 24, 2026, with a final runtime of 127 minutes.

The film covers Jackson’s life from the Jackson 5 through his early solo career and ends around the Bad era, leaving out much of his later, more controversial years.

Early reviews are mixed to negative, with critics calling the story overly sanitized.

Jaafar Jackson’s performance and the musical sequences are drawing praise.