The first trailer for 'Michael' set a global record and confirmed the enormous interest in the King of Pop's biopic
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The first trailerfor "Michael", the biopic about Michael Jackson directed by Antoine Fuqua, marked a historic milestone in the film industry. According to data published by The Hollywood Reporter, the preview became the most-watched musical trailer in history in its first 24 hours.
The film will arrive in United States theaters on April 24, 2026 and will star Jaafar Jackson, the artist's nephew. The project aims to recreate the most influential moments of the King of Pop's career, combining aesthetic rigor, musical reconstruction, and a strong emotional focus.
El adelanto se transformó en el tráiler musical más visto de la historia
A global record
According to statistics from WaveMetrix, the trailer surpassed 116.2 million views worldwide on its first day. The figure not only reflects Jackson's cultural impact but also the anticipation for a production that promises to address his artistic legacy from an ambitious cinematic perspective.
The preview shows key scenes from his professional rise, his work with Quincy Jones, behind the scenes of the "Thriller" music video, and different stages inside the recording studio.
A meticulous reconstruction of the artist
The film is committed to an extremely detailed recreation. Costumes, choreography, mannerisms, and movements were replicated to achieve the closest possible resemblance to the real artist.
The cast also includes Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo. The script is written by John Logan, while production is handled by Graham King, John Branca, and John McClain.
What topics does the trailer address and what controversies are left out
The preview focuses exclusively on Jackson's musical career and avoids showing the most controversial aspects of his life. There is no mention of the sexual abuse allegations, the controversies over his skin color change, or other questioned moments.
Qué temas aborda el tráiler y qué polémicas quedan fuera
This sparked debate among fans and experts, especially after a post by Paris Jackson in which she stated that Hollywood "controls the narrative".
The director's vision
In a statement, Antoine Fuqua explained why he decided to bring the artist's life to the big screen. He argued that there is no other musician with the combination of talent, charisma, and cultural power that Jackson had. He also highlighted that his own audiovisual work was influenced by the singer's music videos.
"The opportunity to tell his story along with his music was irresistible", the director stated.
