Michael has officially claimed the crown as the highest-grossing music biopic of all time, overtaking Bohemian Rhapsody at the global box office.
The Michael Jackson film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson in his feature film debut as the late pop icon, has earned an impressive $911.9 million worldwide during its ongoing theatrical run. The total includes $358.6 million domestically and $553.3 million from international markets, pushing it past Bohemian Rhapsody‘s $910.9 million lifetime global gross.
The milestone marks a major achievement for the production, which chronicles the life and career of one of music’s most influential figures. The film has also set several box office records, including the biggest global opening weekend for a music biopic and the highest-grossing biographical film in the domestic market. In France, it became the country’s most successful biopic release, while dozens of international territories outperformed the lifetime earnings of Bohemian Rhapsody.
The success is particularly notable for producer Graham King, who previously held the record with the Freddie Mercury-focused hit and has now surpassed his own benchmark. With the film opening in Japan this week, industry observers are watching closely to see whether Michael can cross the coveted $1 billion mark worldwide.
The road to release was not entirely smooth. The production reportedly underwent extensive reshoots before its premiere, but the final result has connected with audiences globally.
The film’s performance further underscores the enduring appeal of iconic Michael Jackson, whose catalogue includes some of the most successful recordings in music history, led by the record-breaking album Thriller and a string of chart-topping hits that continue to resonate across generations.
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