Michael Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Plot

Michael is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.

Cited as official plot version

• J
  Jaafar Jackson

  ... Michael Jackson

• J
  Juliano Krue Valdi

  ... Young Michael Jackson

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  Colman Domingo

  ... Joe Jackson

  The Running Man, Dead Man's Wire

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  Miles Teller

  ... John Branca

  Eternity, The Gorge

• N
  Nia Long

  ... Katherine Jackson

  The Banker, Spy

• J
  Jayden Harville

  ... Young Jermaine

• J
  Jamal R. Henderson

  ... Old Jermaine

• J
  Jaylen Lyndon Hunter

  ... Young Marlon

• T
  Tre Horton

  ... Old Marlon

• J
  Judah Edwards

  ... Young Tito

• R
  Rhyan Hill

  ... Old Tito

• N
  Nathaniel Logan McIntyre

  ... Young Jackie

Who is making Michael – Crew List

A look at Michael behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Antoine Fuqua last helmed The Equalizer 3 and Emancipation. The film's writer John Logan last penned They/Them and Genius.

Director

Antoine Fuqua

Screenwriter

John Logan

Producers

John Branca
Graham King
John Logan
John McClain

Additional Information

Michael

Official Teaser

Q&A: Asked about Michael