The Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ directed by Antoine Fuqua is nearly four hours long. Hollywood scuttlebutt suggests distributor Lionsgate may cut the biopic in half, making it a two-parter. It’s an option being considered—but is not set in stone yet.

Antoine Fuqua's upcoming Michael Jackson biopic may be split into two movies and will likely push its current Oct. 3 release date.

If you have Michael, Antoine Fuqua's Michael Jackson musical biopic, in your early 2026 Oscar predictions, you might want to make an adjustment. The film likely won't be released in 2025 and may be split into two movies,