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\n\tMichael Jackson<\/a> superfans will get a chance to see the upcoming biopic Michael<\/a><\/em> a few days early. The film\u2019s studio, Lionsgate, announced on Tuesday<\/a> (March 10) that the movie chronicling the late King of Pop\u2019s rise from his hardscrabble Gary, Ind. roots to global superstardom will hit a limited number of screens for early-access viewings in premium formats on April 22, two days ahead of its wide release that Friday. Tickets for the one-night-only screenings are on sale now here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n\tThe film directed by Antoine Fuqua (Stans<\/em>, Bullet Train<\/em>) stars Jackson\u2019s real-life nephew, Jaafar Jackson, who pulls off a spot on homage to his uncle in the trailer of the movie, from Jackson\u2019s signature electrifying dance moves to his laser-focused determination to produce pop music for the ages. <\/p>\n \n\tAmong the other stars featured in the film are Colman Domingo (Wicked: For Good<\/em>, Eurphoria<\/em>) as imperious family patriarch Joe Jackson , as well as Kendrick Sampson as producer Quincy Jones, Miles Teller as the singer\u2019s powerhouse lawyer\/manager John Branca, Nia\u202fLong as mother Katherine Jackson, Larenz Tate as Motown founder Berry Gordy, Juliano Valdi as a young MJ, Laura\u202fHarrier as Jackson 5 dresser Suzanne\u202fde\u202fPasse, Kat\u202fGraham as Diana Ross, Jessica\u202fSula as sister La\u202fToya\u202fJackson, Liv\u202fSymone as Gladys\u202fKnight and Kevin Shinick as Dick\u202fClark.<\/p>\n \n\t\u201cFor Michael Jackson\u2019s fans,\u00a0Michael\u00a0<\/em>is the cinematic event they\u2019ve been waiting for \u2014 the movie captures both the soul and the spectacle of the boy who became the King of Pop,\u201d said Lionsgate Motion Picture Group president of worldwide distribution Kevin Grayson in a statement. \u201cThese early access screenings, in IMAX and premium large formats, will immerse audiences in the electrifying performances and bring the power of Michael Jackson\u2019s iconic music to life. It\u2019s the perfect way to be the first to see the movie.\u201d<\/p>\n \n\tA description of the $155 million movie promises that Michael<\/em> is \u201cthe cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson\u2019s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life offstage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.\u201d<\/p>\n \n\tLionsgate released a new trailer for Michael<\/em> on Tuesday, featuring more images of Jackson in his most iconic moments, from crooning \u201cWho\u2019s Loving You\u201d as a child for Motown\u2019s Gordy to secure his family band\u2019s record deal with the legendary label, to his breakout solo career and massive worldwide tours.<\/p>\n \n\tCheck out the latest Michael<\/em> trailer below.<\/p>\n