Michael Jackson was never just a pop star — he was a phenomenon. And his biopic Michael has just proved that his superstardom doesn’t dim with time. It blazes brighter. The Warner Bros. film stormed into cinemas and rewrote the record books in its very first weekend, leaving every previous biopic in the dust.
Michael Jackson Historic Opening Weekend Numbers
The musical biopic raked in over USD 97 million in domestic markets, while USD 120.4 million came from international territories, combining for a massive USD 217.4 million in its 5-day opening weekend at the worldwide box office.
| Market | Collection |
|---|---|
| Domestic (USA) | USD 97 million |
| United Kingdom | USD 15.6 million |
| France | USD 10.2 million |
| Mexico | USD 9.7 million |
| Brazil | USD 8.2 million |
| Italy | USD 8.1 million |
| Germany | USD 7.2 million |
| Spain | USD 6.8 million |
| Australia | USD 6.6 million |
| China | USD 4.8 million |
| Total Worldwide | USD 217.4 million |
Records Shattered — One by One
With this impressive debut, Michael emerged as the biggest opener for a biopic film at the box office, both domestically and internationally. It surpassed the previous record holder, Oppenheimer‘s USD 180.4 million, and Bohemian Rhapsody‘s USD 141.7 million. The Jaafar Jackson-starrer also became the first film in its genre to hit the double-century mark globally.
Three records. One weekend. Only MJ could pull that off.
Critics vs. Fans: The People Have Spoken
Here’s the fascinating part — the movie recorded a phenomenal weekend despite negative reviews from critics. That’s a testament to the pop icon’s huge superstardom and cult fan following, which lives on year by year.
When the fans decide to show up, no critic score in the world can stop them. And MJ’s fans? They showed up in millions.
What’s the Budget — Can It Profit?
Mounted on a price tag of approximately USD 200 million, the musical biopic is expected to keep gaining traction and end its theatrical run on a huge note.
With USD 217 million already in the bag from just the opening weekend, profitability looks very much within reach — especially as international markets continue to build momentum.
To understand the cultural phenomenon that makes Michael Jackson’s legacy so enduring globally, Wikipedia’s profile on Michael Jackson is a great read.
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FAQs
Q: How much did the Michael Jackson biopic earn in its opening weekend?
Q: Did Michael Jackson’s biopic break the Oppenheimer box office record?
Yes — it surpassed Oppenheimer‘s previous biopic record of USD 180.4 million, also beating Bohemian Rhapsody‘s USD 141.7 million opening.
