{"id":338845,"date":"2026-03-20T08:32:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T08:32:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/338845\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T08:32:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T08:32:16","slug":"michael-movie-cast-who-stars-in-the-new-michael-jackson-biopic-and-where-youve-seen-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/338845\/","title":{"rendered":"Michael Movie Cast: Who Stars In The New Michael Jackson Biopic? And Where You’ve Seen Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Michael is an upcoming biographical drama exploring the extraordinary musical career of Michael Jackson.<\/p>\n

The project was first announced in 2019 after Bohemian Rhapsody producer Graham King acquired the rights to make a film about the singer\u2019s life. The Antoine Fuqua-directed film is now just weeks from release, with early marketing already generating significant buzz.<\/p>\n

HighlightsThe Michael Jackson biopic Michael nears release, with early footage earning praise.Director Antoine Fuqua assembles a high-profile cast to bring Jackson\u2019s story to the big screen.Cast details suggest one major Jackson family member might not feature in the movie.<\/p>\n

Given his global stardom and turbulent personal life, fans are eager to see who plays the King of Pop.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a complete guide to the cast and where you\u2019ve seen them before.<\/p>\n

Who is playing Michael Jackson in the new movie?\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Image credits: Glen Wilson\/Lionsgate<\/a><\/p>\n

In January 2023, Antoine Fuqua was confirmed as director, with casting already underway. Later that month, Jaafar Jackson,Michael Jackson\u2019s real-life<\/a> nephew, was cast as the King of Pop.<\/p>\n

Jackson is the son of Jermaine Jackson, Michael\u2019s brother and a member of the Jackson 5.\u00a0<\/p>\n

He first gained recognition through appearances on the reality series Living with the Jacksons.\u00a0<\/p>\n

After launching his music career in 2019 with the single \u201cGot Me Singing,\u201d Jackson now makes his film debut in the biopic.\u00a0<\/p>\n

<\/a>\"Young<\/p>\n

Image credits: Araya Diaz\/Getty Images<\/a><\/p>\n

In a behind-the-scenes featurette<\/a>, the rising star discussed the challenges of embodying his uncle.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cEvery move matters. Every detail matters. You can\u2019t just go through a Michael Jackson move casually,\u201d he said.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Child actor Juliano Krue Valdi will portray a young Michael Jackson. Valdi previously appeared in the procedural drama 9-1-1.<\/p>\n

Which actors will appear as the Jackson family members in Michael?<\/p>\n

<\/a>\"Actor<\/p>\n

Image credits: Glen Wilson\/Lionsgate<\/a><\/p>\n

Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo plays Michael\u2019s father and former manager Joe Jackson. He is best known for playing Victor Strand in the AMC series Fear the Walking Dead.<\/p>\n

Nia Long was cast as Michael\u2019s mother, Katherine Jackson. Viewers may recognize the actress as the fan-favorite Lisa Wilkes in the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Joseph David-Jones, who portrayed Connor Hawke in The CW\u2019s Arrow, was cast as Michael\u2019s eldest brother, Jackie Jackson.<\/p>\n

<\/a>\"Young<\/p>\n

Image credits: Glen Wilson\/Lionsgate<\/a><\/p>\n

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Jessica Sula, known for her role as Marcia in M. Night Shyamalan\u2019s Split, is playing the singer\u2019s sister, La Toya Jackson.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Jamal R. Henderson, Tre Horton, and Rhyan Hill will appear as the pop star\u2019s other siblings<\/a>, Jermaine, Marlon, and Tito Jackson, respectively.\u00a0<\/p>\n

There is no confirmation yet on whether the family\u2019s youngest member, Janet Jackson, will appear in the film or who might portray her. According to reports<\/a>, she allegedly slammed her brother\u2019s depiction in the biopic after a private screening.<\/p>\n

Other actors confirmed to appear in Michael<\/p>\n

<\/a>\"Performer<\/p>\n

Image credits: Paul Natkin\/Getty Images<\/a><\/p>\n

Aside from the Jackson family, the film also features entertainment lawyer John Branca, who later became Michael\u2019s manager. Top Gun: Maverick star Miles Teller<\/a> portrays Branca in the movie.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Actress Laura Harrier was cast as Suzanne de Passe, a music and TV producer associated with Michael since his Jackson 5 days. MCU fans may recognize her as Liz Allan in Spider-Man: Homecoming.<\/p>\n

<\/a>\"Actor<\/p>\n

Image credits: Glen Wilson\/Lionsgate<\/a><\/p>\n

Other cast members confirmed so far include:\u00a0<\/p>\n

KeiLyn Durrel Jones as Bill BrayKendrick Sampson as Quincy JonesKat Graham as Diana RossLarenz Tate as Berry GordyLiv Symone as Gladys KnightKevin Shinick as Dick ClarkDerek Luke as Johnnie Cochran<\/p>\n

Michael is scheduled for a theatrical release on April 24, 2026.<\/p>\n

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