The trailer for the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic has shattered viewing records. Titled "Michael," the preview amassed a staggering 116.2 million views globally in its first day. This historic response confirms the enduring global fascination with the King of Pop.The film, produced by Lionsgate, is directed by Antoine Fuqua. It features Michael's nephew, Jaafar Jackson, in the lead role. According to Collider, the trailer's performance sets a new benchmark for the industry.

The "Michael" trailer is now the most-viewed music biopic trailer in history. It also became Lionsgate's biggest trailer launch ever. The preview surpassed the studio's previous record-holder, "John Wick: Chapter 4," by 50 percent in just six hours.This level of interest far exceeds other major music films. Collider data shows "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" trailer had 96.1 million views. "Bob Marley: One Love" garnered 60.1 million, and the acclaimed "Bohemian Rhapsody" trailer reached 57.6 million views.

The film aims to present a comprehensive look at Jackson's complex life and career. The screenplay was written by three-time Oscar nominee John Logan. The cast includes notable actors like Miles Teller and Colman Domingo in key supporting roles.Lionsgate's Adam Fogelson acknowledged the public's long wait for this project. He expressed confidence in Jaafar Jackson's stunning performance, which is evident in the brief trailer glimpses. The movie is scheduled for a worldwide release on April 18, 2025.

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