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Michael Jackson Biopic Shatters $1 Billion Box Office Record
12 Jul
Summary
- The Michael Jackson biopic has surpassed $1 billion globally, a first for the genre.
- It now ranks as the highest-grossing musical biopic, exceeding Bohemian Rhapsody's earnings.
- Sequel plans are reportedly hampered by legal settlements regarding past allegations.
The biographical film "Michael" has achieved an unprecedented financial success, marking the first time any biopic has generated over $1 billion at the global box office. As of the current date, the film has earned $371.8 million in domestic markets and an impressive $629.8 million from international screenings, totaling $1.001 billion.
This financial triumph also positions "Michael" as the highest-grossing musical biopic to date, outperforming "Bohemian Rhapsody," which previously held the record with $911 million. It now ranks above "Oppenheimer" as the second-highest-grossing biopic overall. Furthermore, the film has become Lionsgate's most successful release, eclipsing previous hits like "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire."
Despite its immense profitability, the possibility of a sequel is complicated by legal stipulations. A settlement with the Chandler family, who accused Jackson of molestation in 1993, reportedly prohibits the dramatization of those events. This specific legal detail complicates the potential narrative for a follow-up film.
