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The box office numbers for Michael are undeniably historic, and the industry is now watching its long-term streaming strategy. It broke records by pulling in $314 million globally in its opening weekend, surpassing massive music biopics like Bohemian Rhapsody and Straight Outta Compton. The focus is now shifting to its OTT release, which is expected to follow a staggered model—potentially premiering on Starz before hitting Prime Video later this fall.

While the musical performances are stellar, the narrative feels incredibly sanitized. By keeping the core storyline focused only up to 1988, the film completely avoids the controversies and allegations that surfaced later in his life. Because of this, it feels like it shows only one side of the story, acting more as a carefully crafted tribute than an objective, in-depth biographical film.

Jaafar Jackson's performance as his uncle is easily one of the best acting highlights of the year. He doesn't just look the part; there are scenes where he truly embodies the spirit of Michael Jackson on stage. Audiences are absolutely loving the authenticity, and experiencing these iconic musical performances in an IMAX theater brings the King of Pop right back to life.