WORLD EXCLUSIVE: Lionsgate Reportedly Greenlights A “Michael” Biopic Sequel… And Most Of It Is Already Filmed!
We’ve got the ultimate bombshell for the millions of Michael Jackson fans worldwide! If you thought the record-breaking Michael biopic was the end of the story, think again. We spoke exclusively to someone close to the Jackson family who tells us that Lionsgate has greenlit a sequel to the cinematic masterpiece, and it’s coming a lot sooner than you think!
We haven’t received official confirmation from Lionsgate yet, but the insider intel is solid. The first movie completely shattered expectations, crossing a massive $703 million in worldwide ticket sales in just its first month and reclaiming the #1 spot at the box office. With the King of Pop’s global fanbase showing up in record numbers, the studio didn’t hesitate to greenlight Part 2. In fact, Michael Jackson‘s legacy is so powerful that everything points to this sequel becoming a cultural event.
Here’s where it gets real: director Antoine Fuqua left a goldmine on the cutting room floor. The producers still have hours of pristine, high-budget footage that was completely cut from the theatrical release. Because so much of the groundwork, staging, and acting has already been captured, a huge portion of the sequel is practically finished. Our source tells us that Lionsgate is looking to capitalize on this global frenzy and could drop the sequel in theaters as early as next year.
What We Missed: Diana Ross & The Secret History
So what’s going to be in Part 2? While the first film focused heavily on Michael’s rise, his perfectionism, and his complex family dynamics, the cut footage dives deep into his private world and elite circle. Fans were devastated when Michael’s deep, lifelong relationship with Diana Ross didn’t get major screen time in the first movie. The sequel may heavily feature their bond, exploring how she served as both his mentor and his ultimate muse. The extra footage also includes Michael’s interactions with other massive 80s and 90s icons, detailing the lonely reality of being the most famous man on earth.
On Track For $1 Billion
With Michael currently tracking to potentially become the first musical biopic in history to pass the $1 billion mark—pacing to overtake Bohemian Rhapsody—Lionsgate knows they’re sitting on a goldmine. Jaafar Jackson’s uncanny performance has silenced the critics, and the family is fully on board to keep the momentum going.
Get your moonwalking shoes ready, because the Jackson empire isn’t finishing up at the theater anytime soon!
Are you ready for a Michael sequel next year, or should they have left the extra footage for an extended director’s cut? Let us know in the comments!
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