The first trailer for the controversial Michael Jackson biopic has been released after reports of a fraught production.

"I know you've been waiting a long time for this," the star's producer Quincy Jones (played by Kendrick Sampson) says in the opening shot of the preview.

"The tracks are made; the songs are ready. Let's take it from the top."

His comment takes on a double meaning in light of the film's lengthy delays.

Antoine Fuqua's movie was meant to be released months ago but was delayed twice because of reshoots, eventually getting pushed back to April 2026 — a whole year behind schedule.

The minute-long trailer presents a glossy view of Jackson's life and career highlights, set to a medley of his famous tracks.

There is no reference to the significant allegations of child sex

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