Coming Michael Jackson biography, Michaelfeaturing a star-studded cast. The film explores the beginnings of the late King of Pop, who died in 2009, and how his time with the Jackson 5 helped build one of the world’s most successful solo music careers.
Below, get to know each star from Michael Biographical film and who they play.
Jafar Jackson – Michael Jackson
As the nephew of the late King of Pop, it was only right for Jafar to honor his uncle. Jaafar is a singer, actor and dancer, and has brought his trio of skills to the big screen. In 2019, he released his first single, “Got Me Singing.”
After being cast as Michael in 2023, Jafar took to Instagram to express that he was “humbled and honored to bring my uncle Michael’s story to life.”
Colman Domingo – Joe Jackson
Coleman plays Michael’s father. Joe Jackson. The actor has been seen in various roles, most recently Candyman, the running man and Evil for good.
Joe was the patriarch of the Jackson 5 and pushed his sons to pursue a music career in the late 1960s. Joe passed away in 2018.
Nia Long – Katherine Jackson
Nia plays Michael’s mother. Katherine Jackson. Having grown up with a musical background, Katherine aspired to become a country music singer or actress.
As for Nia, she is best known for her performance in… The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Boyz and the Hood and NCIS: Los Angeles.
Jamal R. Henderson – Jermaine Jackson
Jamal plays Jermaine, the fourth son of Katherine and Joe and the second singer and guitarist of the Jackson 5.
Trey Horton – Marlon Jackson
Marlon will play Trey. Joe’s sixth child had a twin brother who died shortly after birth.
Ryan Hill – Tito Jackson
Ryan plays the late Tito, who was a founding member of the Jackson 5. After the band achieved success, Tito began his career as a blues musician. Tito died in September 2024 after suffering a heart attack. He was 70 years old.
David Jones – Jackie Jackson
David plays Jackson’s older brother, Jackie, who is Joe and Katherine’s second child.
Kat Graham – Diana Ross
Kat stars as the Queen of Motown, Diana, whose 1969 hit, Diana Ross presents the Jackson 5putting the younger siblings on the map in the music industry. Known for hits like “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” Diana was Motown’s most successful act of the 1960s.
Miles Teller – John Branca
Miles plays lawyer and entertainment manager John, who is hired by Michael after his father is fired as his manager. Michael eventually fired John due to his alleged financial interference.
