

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon
2011, English. Directed by Andrew Eastel.
See Michael Jackson, one of the most recognizable and popular entertainers of all time, like never before in the feature-length tribute Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon. Known to millions of fans worldwide for his record-breaking albums, groundbreaking music videos, mesmerizing dance moves and humanitarian efforts, his true story has never really been told...until now. This unprecedented look into the King of Pop's fascinating life includes all-new interviews with his mother Katherine Jackson as well as siblings Tito and Rebbie Jackson, his nephew Jaafar Jackson and niece Tahkyah brings plenty Jackson and Friends ends and music legends such as Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick and his 3 children and many more.
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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- Released
- 2 November 2011
- Country
- United States of America
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Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon: quick answers
Is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 195 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon runs 149 minutes (2h 29m).
Does Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon on?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 November 2011. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?
If you liked Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon, try Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger, Justin Bieber's Believe, Selena y Los Dinos: A Family's Legacy.
Who directed Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon (2011) was directed by Andrew Eastel and stars Michael Jackson, David Gest, Tito Jackson.