Santa Monica, CA — June 4, 2026 — See how Michael Jackson’s story begins when “Michael” arrives on Premium Digital and Premium Video on Demand beginning June 9th and on DVD, Blu-ray™ (+ Digital), 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital), 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital) Collectible Edition with Photo Book from Lionsgate® and 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital) Walmart and Amazon Exclusive SteelBooks July 14th. With a Popcornmeter score of 97%*, the film stars Jaafar Jackson in the titular role, along with Nia Long (“Friday,” “Boyz n the Hood”), Juliano Valdi (TV’s “The Loud House”), KeiLyn Durrel Jones (TV’s “How to Die Alone”), Laura Harrier (“White Men Can’t Jump,” “BlacKkKlansman”), with Miles Teller (“Top Gun: Maverick,” “Whiplash”), and Colman Domingo (“Sing Sing,” “Selma”). Directed by Antoine Fuqua (The Equalizer franchise, “The Magnificent Seven”), written by John Logan (“Hugo,” “Skyfall”), and produced by Graham King, p.g.a. (“Bohemian Rhapsody”), John Branca, and John McClain, the film has become a worldwide box office blockbuster by grossing $852.4 million to date*.
“Michael” is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of The Jackson 5 to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.
On June 9th, “Michael” will be available to rent via Premium Video on Demand (for 48 hours) and to buy via Premium Electronic Sell-Through on participating digital platforms where movies are purchased, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Google TV, YouTube, and more.
Lionsgate recently announced that it has joined Movies Anywhere™ to make its iconic film library more accessible than ever before for digital movie fans and collectors. Lionsgate is proud to make “Michael” available as part of the studio’s initial Movies Anywhere offering in June. For more information, please visit MoviesAnywhere.
On July 14th, “Michael” will be available for $39.99 on Blu-ray™ (+ Digital); $29.96 on DVD; $42.99 as a 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital).
Also on July 14th, “Michael” will be available for $34.99 as a 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital) Combo SteelBook®, exclusively available at Amazon, a $42.99 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital) Combo SteelBook®, exclusively available at Walmart, and $49.99 for 4K Ultra HD™ (+ Blu-ray™ + Digital) Collector’s Edition with a 50-page photo booklet from Lionsgate Limited.
*As of 06/01/26
Special Features:
- Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough: The Making of Michael
- Home Is Where His Heart Is: Behind the Gates of Hayvenhurst
- In the Mirror: Becoming Michael & Joe Time-lapses*
♦ In the Mirror: “Billie Jean” Time-lapse
♦ In the Mirror: “Thriller” Zombie Time-lapse
♦ In the Mirror: “Off the Wall” Time-lapse
♦ In the Mirror: Joe Jackson Time-lapse - First Look*
- Becoming Michael*
- Before the Big Screen*
- On the Set of Michael*
- Trailers*
*On 4K UHD and Blu-ray only, not on DVD.
Available on Digital June 9th, and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, and DVD July 14th
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