Michael smashes UK records for biggest biopic opening
Summary
The biopic "Michael," about Michael Jackson's life until 1988, has broken box office records for music biopics, earning $217 million worldwide in its opening weekend. It performed very well in the UK and US, surpassing previous hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody," and is on track to become the first music biopic to earn over $1 billion.Key Facts
- "Michael" is directed by Antoine Fuqua and covers Michael Jackson's life before 1988.
- The film earned $97 million in the US during its opening weekend, 90% more than "Bohemian Rhapsody."
- In the UK, "Michael" earned £11.6 million, compared to £6.4 million for "Bohemian Rhapsody."
- The movie accounted for 68% of total box office takings in the UK and Ireland during its opening weekend.
- Other UK music biopics like "Rocketman" and "Elvis" earned less than "Michael."
- The global opening total for "Michael" is $217 million, with Japan yet to release the film.
- "Michael" is expected to become the first music biopic to earn more than $1 billion worldwide.
- Universal Studios is the studio behind the film, and Graham King is one of the producers, also known for producing "Bohemian Rhapsody."
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