How much did Graham King and Antoine Fuqua earn from the Michael Jackson biopic?

Graham King received an additional $10 million and Antoine Fuqua secured an extra $15 million after the film's third act was scrapped.

Why was the third act of the Michael Jackson biopic changed?

The third act was changed due to legal concerns stemming from a prior settlement with one of Michael Jackson's accusers, which guaranteed he could never be depicted in future commercial projects.

How is the Michael Jackson biopic performing at the box office?

Despite negative reviews, the biopic "Michael" has exceeded box office expectations, with projections for domestic earnings between $94 million and $100 million and a global launch nearing $200 million.

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Fuqua and King Net Millions Amid 'Michael' Film Changes

25 Apr

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Summary

Director and producer earned millions more after film's third act was scrapped.
Original plan included depicting child abuse allegations, but legal issues arose.
The biopic has exceeded box office expectations despite negative reviews.

Fuqua and King Net Millions Amid 'Michael' Film Changes

The biopic "Michael," focusing on the King of Pop, has generated significant earnings for its director Antoine Fuqua and producer Graham King. Following a major plot change that removed allegations of child sexual abuse from the third act due to a prior settlement, King received an additional $10 million and Fuqua secured an extra $15 million. This adjustment was part of a new budget after the film required extensive reshoots.