Michael Dominates North America Box Office, Becomes 4th-Highest-Grossing Music Biopic In Just One Week

The Michael biopic, directed by Antoine Fuqua, continues its strong box office run, quickly cementing its place among the highest-grossing music biopics in North America within just a week of release.

Starring Jaafar Jackson, the film has surged to become the fourth highest-grossing music biopic of all time domestically, surpassing titles like 8 Mile and Walk the Line.

After six days in theatres, the film has collected approximately $123 million at the North American box office, maintaining a strong hold at the top position. A significant contributor to this performance was its first Wednesday haul of $7.3 million, ranking among the biggest midweek collections for April releases.

With this milestone, Michael now sits behind major biopic hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Straight Outta Compton, and Elvis in the all-time domestic rankings.

Globally, the film is also performing strongly. It has grossed around $277 million worldwide so far, with international markets contributing over $150 million. The film is expected to cross the $300 million mark shortly, reflecting sustained audience interest across regions.

Released on April 24, the film traces the life and legacy of Michael Jackson, blending music, performance, and personal storytelling. Its rapid box office success highlights the continued commercial strength of music biopics, driven by nostalgia, global fanbases, and iconic catalogues.

With momentum still building, Michael is on track to climb further up the rankings, reinforcing its position as one of the most successful entries in the genre.