Why are the child molestation allegations excluded from the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael"?

The child molestation allegations from 1993 are excluded because a legal settlement with accuser Jordan Chandler included a clause prohibiting his depiction in any film.

How much did the reshoots for the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" cost?

The reshoots for the "Michael" biopic added an estimated $10 million to $15 million to the production budget, with the Jackson estate covering these extra costs.

When is the Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" scheduled to be released?

The Michael Jackson biopic "Michael" is scheduled for a spring 2026 release.

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Michael Jackson Biopic: Allegations Scrapped Amid Legal Clause

7 Apr

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Summary

Film originally planned to cover 1993 child molestation allegations.
Estate's legal settlement prevented depiction of accuser Jordan Chandler.
Reshoots added $10-15 million to the film's budget.

Michael Jackson Biopic: Allegations Scrapped Amid Legal Clause

The Michael Jackson biopic, titled "Michael," will not feature the child molestation allegations from 1993. An original script intended to explore the scandal's impact, including a scene with police at Neverland Ranch. However, attorneys for the Jackson estate discovered a settlement clause with accuser Jordan Chandler that prohibited his depiction.

This discovery led to significant script changes and reshoots, delaying the film's release to spring 2026. The additional photography for the new third act cost an estimated $10-15 million, a cost shouldered by the Jackson estate due to their error. The estate also holds an equity stake in the film.