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Michael Biopic Becomes Highest-Grossing Musical Film Globally

The musical biopic "Michael," which chronicles the life of the King of Pop, has achieved a new box office record. The film has reportedly grossed $911.9 million worldwide, making it the highest-earning musical biopic in cinematic history. This accomplishment surpasses the previous record held by "Bohemian Rhapsody," the biopic about Freddie Mercury, marking a significant success for studios like Lionsgate and Universal.

By Fainaron·Jun 12, 2026 (12 hours ago)·1 views
Michael Biopic Becomes Highest-Grossing Musical Film Globally

The film "Michael," a biopic centered on the legendary King of Pop, has officially claimed the title of the highest-grossing musical biopic worldwide. The movie has generated an estimated $911.9 million in global box office receipts.

This new milestone places "Michael" ahead of "Bohemian Rhapsody," the acclaimed biopic about Freddie Mercury, which previously held the record in the musical biopic genre. The achievement represents a notable success for the film's distributors and production partners, including Lionsgate and Universal.

The global financial performance of "Michael" underscores its broad appeal and commercial impact within the entertainment sector. Its substantial worldwide earnings indicate continued strong audience interest in musical biopics and the iconic figures they depict.

According to Deadline Hollywood, "Michael" has now established a new benchmark for musical biographical films.

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