Michael Jackson Biopic Hits $856 M Global Box‑Office as Netflix Series Revisits His Trial

The biographical film *Michael* about Michael Jackson has grossed US$856.5 million worldwide, with US$343.7 million from the United States and US$512.8 million from other markets. The earnings place the movie inside the top‑100 highest‑grossing films of all time and set it on a path to possibly surpass $1 billion, which would make it the highest‑earning musical biopic.

Netflix has released a three‑episode documentary series titled *Michael Jackson: The Verdict*. The series reconstructs the 2005 criminal trial that dominated global headlines, featuring interviews with jurors, lawyers, journalists and other witnesses, as well as previously unseen police footage from the Neverland Ranch search. The documentary adds context to the case but offers few new revelations beyond what was already known.

Both releases have sparked renewed public interest in Jackson’s life and the controversies surrounding him, drawing large audiences in cinemas and on streaming platforms.