Lionsgate's Michael Jackson Biopic Thrills Audiences, Beats Box-Office Preview Records (LION:NYSE)

Why the new Michael Jackson biopic is on track to break box office records

Despite some production hurdles and mixed reviews, the film is on track for a record-breaking opening weekend.

Box Office: ‘Michael’ Moonwalks to $12.6 Million in Previews, Beating ‘Project Hail Mary’ for Biggest of the Year

'Michael' makes $12.6 million in previews at the box office, the biggest of the year so far.

'Michael' Thrills Box Office With $12.6 Million From Preview Screenings

Liongsate’s “Michael” is bringing fans of Michael Jackson across the country to theaters as the Antoine Fuqua film has kicked off its theatrical run with $12.6 million grossed from preview screenings, including $9 million on Thursday night. While critics have been unimpressed by the significantly reshot film, giving it a 40% Rotten Tomatoes score, the King of Pop’s fans have been enthralled by Jaafar Jackson’s lead performance, giving the film a…

Nolte: Michael Jackson Biopic a Box Office Smash Despite Finger-wagging Critics

The wide distance between movie critics and Normal People was again on display with the early success of Michael.

Lionsgate's Michael Jackson biopic thrills audiences, beats box-office preview records (LION:NYSE)

Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” smashes box office with $12.5M+ previews despite mixed reviews.

Box Office: ‘Michael’ Soaring to Huge $12M-$13M in U.S. Previews Amid Over-the-Moon Audience Scores

The Michael Jackson biopic has already set a slew of records overseas since opening midweek. And while reviews aren't great, moviegoers feel very differently.