Michael Jackson Biopic Teaser Drops

The irreplaceable star is played by the musician's nephew in the film. What do we know about the movie?

The biopic "Michael" is set to hit theaters on April 24 next year. The brief teaser features iconic tracks "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'" and "Billie Jean," while the on-screen Michael—played by his 28-year-old nephew Jaafar Jackson—shows off the legendary moonwalk. According to the film crew, the young actor bears an uncanny resemblance to his uncle.
Jaafar Jackson portraying his uncle Michael Jackson
Jaafar Jackson as his uncle Michael Jackson
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Colman Domingo, who plays father, revealed he was "breathless" watching Jaafar's performance. The actor notes that his young colleague literally transforms into the late music icon.
"Michael" Teaser
The zoomboola.com editorial team wants to add that the film also stars Nia Long, Miles Teller, and Laura Harrier. Director Antoine Fuqua, who helmed "The Equalizer" and "Training Day," is at the helm. The teaser looks genuinely promising—Jaafar, judging by the footage, has truly inhabited the role, nailing his uncle's signature expressions and iconic moves.