Michael added $2.1M on Day 50, taking its US domestic total to $360.7M and worldwide gross to $903.4M.
Jaafar Jackson’s performance continues to drive strong weekend numbers even in the film’s eighth week.
| Day 47 | $1.4M |
|---|---|
| Day 48 | $1.1M |
| Day 49 | $0.9M |
| Day 50 | $2.1M |
The biopic posted a strong weekend rebound with $2.1M on Day 50. This is a healthy jump and shows that the film still has significant audience interest, especially over the weekend. Jaafar Jackson’s critically acclaimed performance continues to be the biggest factor behind the film’s impressive longevity.
At this stage, most films would have dropped much lower, but Michael is maintaining respectable numbers thanks to strong word-of-mouth and repeat viewings from music lovers. The film has already crossed the $900M worldwide mark, making it one of the most successful biographical dramas in recent years.
Market-wise, the film continues to perform better in urban centres and among older audiences who have a strong connection with Michael Jackson’s music. The weekend surge suggests that the film is still benefiting from positive audience recommendations.
With a current 2.41x ratio, Michael is firmly a HIT. While daily numbers have naturally moderated, the film has shown remarkable staying power.