Michael Jackson Biopic Lands at Universal for International

Lionsgate is behind the project from director Antoine Fuqua and 'Bohemian Rhapsody' producer Graham King.

‘s nephew Jaafar Jackson will play him in the biopic about the singer’s life. The Universal deal encompasses all international rights, excluding Japan. under his belt, is producing along with John Branca and John McClain, who are the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with our friends at Universal to give global audiences new insight into the complex life of one of the most prolific artists the world has ever known.

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