Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ hits streaming on Starz after $1 billion box‑office run

The official Michael Jackson biopic Michael is making the jump to streaming, landing on Starz’s on‑demand platform starting August 10. Highlighted in an Associated Press roundup of “what to stream this week,” the film arrives after a sensational box‑office run that reportedly crossed the $1 billion mark worldwide, signaling a new chapter in how audiences can experience the pop icon’s story at home.

According to the AP write‑up, the movie doesn’t shy away from the duality of Jackson’s life, weaving together his artistic triumphs and controversies while functioning as a full‑blown musical showcase built around his biggest hits. The same feature spotlights other notable streaming premieres this week, including season 4 of Amazon’s action series Reacher and season 3 of Netflix workplace comedy Tires, giving readers a cross‑platform view of what’s new. Starz itself isn’t widely available in Japan, but the streaming debut will likely fuel interest in future licensing to other services and in expanded digital releases of the film’s soundtrack and related content.