News · 29 June 2026

Michael Jackson biopic dethrones 'Oppenheimer' with $977M

The new Michael Jackson movie has become the highest-grossing biopic of all time, taking about $977 million globally. It has surpassed Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, which previously held the record for films based on real-life figures. The film, starring Jackson's nephew Jaafar, has also boosted streaming of his songs, with "Billie Jean" currently the most played on Spotify worldwide.

By BriefTea Editorial · 29 June 2026 at 16:31

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