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'Michael 2': Sequel to Michael Jackson biopic teased with production beginning soon

This year's blockbuster Michael Jackson biopic, which hit $1 billion at the box office, is officially getting a sequel, with production starting later in 2026 or early 2027.

'Michael' overtakes 'Oppenheimer' to become highest-grossing biopic of all time

'Michael' overtakes 'Oppenheimer' to become highest-grossing biopic of all time

This year's Michael Jackson biopic also became top-grossing music biopic after surpassing 2018’s 'Bohemian Rhapsody' earlier this month.

Michael Jackson biopic moonwalks to box office record

Michael is the highest-grossing music biopic of all time, beating a record previously set by Bohemian Rhapsody.

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Michael becomes highest-grossing music biopic of all time

Michael is the highest-grossing music biopic of all time, beating a record previously set by Bohemian Rhapsody.

There Are Some Aspects Of Michael Jackson's Life A Sequel Seemingly Can't Touch. That Hasn’t Stopped The Studio

It seems this biopic sequel is moonwalking right along.

Michael Jackson biopic sequel in the works amid controversy

The Independent UK

Michael Jackson biopic makers confirm sequel is on the way – with ‘25 to 30% already shot’

Scathing reviews didn’t stop the King of Pop’s fans from making ‘Michael’ a record breaker

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‘We’ve got 25 to 30% already shot’: sequel to Michael Jackson biopic on way, says studio

‘We’ve got 25 to 30% already shot’: sequel to Michael Jackson biopic on way, says studio

Lionsgate’s Adam Fogelson says there is ‘a ton of incredibly entertaining story’ still to tell, which may include unused footage shot for the first film

The Guardian - UK

Michael 2 could feature 'cut' scenes shot for first film

Michael 2 could feature 'cut' scenes shot for first film

Lionsgate have "25 to 30 percent" of a film ready for Michael 2 just from footage unused in the first movie.

Mel Gibson's Resurrection Of The Christ Movies Get Good And Bad News As First Look At Jesus Is Revealed

Mel Gibson's Resurrection Of The Christ Movies Get Good And Bad News As First Look At Jesus Is Revealed

Lionsgate Studios Q4 Earnings Call Highlights

Lionsgate Studios (NYSE:LION) executives said the company ended fiscal 2026 with stronger profitability, a replenished content pipeline and momentum from recent film releases, setting up what management described as significant growth in fiscal 2027 and 2028. On the company’s fiscal fourth-quarter

Michael movie sequel gets major update

Michael movie sequel gets major update

A sequel to Michael Jackson movie Michael is likely to start filming "this year or next", according to Adam Fogelson, the head of the Lionsgate movie studio.

You Are Not Alone: ‘Michael’ sequel could begin shooting later this year

You Are Not Alone: ‘Michael’ sequel could begin shooting later this year

The studio executive behind the Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ has confirmed that a sequel is in the works, and could shoot as early as this year.

Alan Ritchson Is Everywhere Right Now, But I'm Intrigued About What One Head Honcho Says About The Potential For A War Machine Sequel

Alan Ritchson Is Everywhere Right Now, But I'm Intrigued About What One Head Honcho Says About The Potential For A War Machine Sequel

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Michael moonwalks to $217m opening weekend, shattering box office records for a biopic

Michael Jackson biopic has shrugged off controversy, bad reviews and a troubled production to take $217m worldwide, including $97m in North America

Jaafar Jackson found his 'calling' with Michael Jackson biopic

Jaafar Jackson has declared playing his late uncle Michael Jackson in upcoming biopic Michael to be his "calling".

Evening Standard

Michael Jackson's viral biopic trailer shocks fans by skipping scandals

Trailer for Lionsgate’s Michael focuses on the King of Pop’s early life - leaving his controversial later years

Lionsgate promises ‘more Michael soon’ after the release of Michael Jackson biopic

Despite stopping short of confirming a full sequel, Lionsgate head Adam Fogelson has announced there will be "more Michael soon" following the Michael Jackson biopic.

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First trailer for Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ sparks mixed reactions

The new trailer for the Michael Jackson biopic is racking up views online and has sparked mixed reactions. While Jaafar Jackson is being praised for looking like his uncle, many are fearful the film will whitewash some of the more controversial aspects of the "King of Pop"'s life.

‘Definitely more magic’: Now You See Me star Dave Franco teases the franchise's future

With Now You See Me: Now You Don't only months away and a fourth movie confirmed, Dave Franco hopes to "make many more" films in the magical action franchise.

Michael Jackson biopic set for additional shoot

The Michael Jackson biopic is set for 22 days of additional photography, amid reports it is due to be split into two films.

Michael Jackson biopic could be two films

'Michael', the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, has been pushed back to 2027 and may be split into two films.

‘It’s everything you want’: Dave Franco teases Now You See Me: Now You Don’t

Dave Franco has vowed 'Now You See Me: Now You Don’t' will be "everything you want" - with some "new fun characters" set to join 'The Four Horsemen' in their magical heist.

Next ‘Now You See Me’ film officially titled ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don‘t’

After previous hit movies in the series, the next film in the ‘Now You See Me’ franchise has been officially titled ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don‘t’.

Lionsgate To Release Crime Thriller '1992' Starring Tyrese Gibson

Experience the star-studded crime thriller '1992' set against the backdrop of the 1992 Los Angeles uprising. Don't miss this captivating heist movie!

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