Jaafar Jackson as Michael Jackson in “Michael.” Glen Wilson/Lionsgate

If the first look at the eagerly awaited Michael Jackson biopic is any indication, the film plans on leaning into The King of Pop’s good times versus…everything else.

A teaser trailer for “Michael,” the film about the musician’s rise debuted on Thursday and gave the first glimpse of his real life nephew, Jaafar Jackson, portraying his late uncle.

The elder Jackson died in 2009 at the age of 50 as a result of acute propofol intoxication.

In the trailer, the younger Jackson is seen portraying some of Michael Jackson’s most iconic moments, including his famous Moonwalk dance and the “Thriller” music video. Michael (2026) Official Teaser - Jaafar Jackson

According to a description, the film “is the cinematic portraya

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