Michael is shaping up to be one of this year’s most anticipated films, and its box-office potential is already drawing major attention. It could also turn out to be the first billion-dollar Hollywood live-action movie of 2026. Now, with Bohemian Rhapsody holding the record as the highest-grossing musician biopic of all time, all eyes are on how much the upcoming movie on the Pop King needs to earn worldwide to surpass that benchmark and claim the top spot. Keep scrolling for the numbers.
The film will be released in the summer, a period that has typically been profitable for the makers. Given the scale of its production and the global popularity of its subject, expectations are understandably high. Over the years, musician biopics have delivered mixed box-office results. But when they connect with the audience, they can turn into huge financial successes like Bohemian Rhapsody. Therefore, this puts added pressure on the film to not only open strongly but also maintain steady momentum eventually.
How much did Bohemian Rhapsody earn at the worldwide box office?
According to Box Office Mojo, Bohemian Rhapsody cost $52 million and grossed more than $900 million worldwide, making it a major box-office success. For the unversed, the Rami Malek starrer Oscar-winning movie collected $216.6 million in North America and $910.8 million worldwide. According to Billboard’s report, it is the highest-grossing biopic made on a musician.
How much does Michael need to beat Bohemian Rhapsody?
Since the global total for Bohemian Rhapsody stands at $910.8 million, Michael will need to earn at least $911 million globally to surpass the Rami Malek starrer and become the top-grossing musician biopic of all time.
More about the film
Helmed by Antoine Fuqua, the musical drama traces the life of Michael Jackson. The film follows his rise from a talented young performer to one of the most influential figures in pop music, while also delving into his artistic genius, worldwide fame, and the immense personal pressures that accompanied his extraordinary success.
Michael is projected to earn between $80 million and $90 million at the domestic box office in its opening weekend. The film starring Jaafar Jackson in the titular role is scheduled to be released on April 24.
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