The studio has confirmed plans for a second film in its Michael Jackson biopic series, with production on _Michael 2_ expected to begin in late 2026 or early 2027. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson — Michael Jackson’s nephew — the film traced the King of Pop’s journey from Jackson 5 child star to global phenomenon. The film went on to gross $1 billion worldwide, making it the first music biopic to cross that mark. Michael Jackson’s influence hasn’t faded. A second film gives Lionsgate a chance to explore the parts of Jackson’s story that couldn’t fit into a single movie.