Event Brief
Michael sets record $217.4M global opening
Filed: Apr 27, 2026 at 4:02 AM ET
Summary: Michael opened to $217.4 million worldwide, the biggest opening for a music biopic.
WHO: Michael
WHAT: The film collected a $217.4 million global opening
WHEN: Apr 27, 2026 at 3:54 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Strong international sales drove the opening.
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