Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, has become the first biographical film to cross the $1 billion mark at the global box office, becoming the highest-grossing biopic of all time and giving Lionsgate its first billion-dollar film.
The Antoine Fuqua-directed film has grossed $1.001 billion after 12 weekends in cinemas, with $371.8 million from North America and $629.8 million from international markets. Japan, where Michael Jackson remains one of the country’s most popular international music stars, pushed the film past the milestone with $35.75 million, while Russia also contributed to its latest box office earnings. The achievement makes Michael the second film released in 2026 to surpass the $1 billion mark after Super Mario Galaxy.
The film had earlier become the highest-grossing music biopic after its worldwide earnings surpassed the $910.9 million grossed by Bohemian Rhapsody. It later took over Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, which generated $975.8 million, to become the highest-grossing biopic. The latest milestone also gives producer Graham King a new box office record, having previously produced Bohemian Rhapsody. Related News Eno announces flood control measures as group calls for victims' compensation EFCC releases Peter Obi’s supporters after hours of questioning ZLP has spread to win Osun governorship election - Adesuyi
