Anticipation is reaching a fever pitch as advance bookings for the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, begin rolling out in stages ahead of the film’s worldwide theatrical release on Friday, April 24, 2026.
The current date of March 11 2026, allows fans to purchase tickets for special Early Access Screenings. The exclusive one-night-only events, which display IMAX and other premium formats, started ticket sales at 6:00 AM PT / 9:00 AM ET. The Early Access Screenings will take place on Wednesday, April 22, which allows dedicated fans to see the film two days before its official release.
People who want to buy general release tickets must go through an extended process. The film’s official website, BookMyShow and other major ticketing platforms now list Michael, but tradition requires wide-release advance bookings to start 1 to 2 weeks before the film premiere. The platforms allow audiences to show their interest by marking themselves as Interested, which will send them immediate alerts about the start of general ticket sales.
The movie Michael will be a breathtaking cinematic spectacle, starring Jaafar Jackson in his first major film role. The star-studded cast also includes Colman Domingo, Nia Long and Miles Teller. Antoine Fuqua, who directed Training Day and The Equaliser, and Graham King, who produced Bohemian Rhapsody, worked together on this project, which has a reported runtime of 3.5 hours. Michael will become one of the most important film releases in 2026 because of its strong creative team and its personal approach to casting.
