Movies like Killing Michael Jackson (2019)
The best movies like Killing Michael Jackson (2019) are Pathological: The Lies of Joran van der Sloot (2024), Amanda Knox (2016) and Michael Jackson : Unmasked (2009). If Killing Michael Jackson hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedAmanda Knox (2016)6.6/10 from 607 votes
- NewestA Toxic Love Story (2026)Released 2026
Pathological: The Lies of Joran van der Sloot (2024)
This documentary delves into Joran van der Sloot's lifelong pattern of violence and pathological lying through rare interviews and new insights years after he brutally murdered American Natalee Holloway and Peruvian Stephany Flores.
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Amanda Knox (2016)
This gripping, atmospheric documentary recounts the infamous trial, conviction and eventual acquittal of Seattle native Amanda Knox for the 2007 murder of a British exchange student in Italy.
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Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMichael Jackson : Unmasked (2009)
Interviews with people associated with the performer and clips help to illuminate the development of the icon and myth. Interviewees include a former police officer and a plastic surgeon.
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Michael Jackson: Chase the Truth (2019)
Taking an investigative look into the legal battles of the global superstar. Close friends, former staff and researchers paint an intimate portrait of Jackson's complicated world and put allegations of sexual abuse under the microscope. The film defends American singer Michael Jackson against allegations of child sexual abuse made in the documentary Leaving Neverland.
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The Real Michael Jackson (2020)
Jacques Peretti goes back to Jackson’s beginnings, charting his rise and fall and seeking a fuller picture of this complex, contradictory character by exploring the clues that were missed.
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The Last Days of Michael Jackson (2018)
The Last Days of Michael Jackson, a documentary report about the late pop superstar’s career and untimely demise.
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Neverland Firsthand: Investigating the Michael Jackson Documentary (2019)
A mini-documentary which further explores allegations made in HBO’s Leaving Neverland, that the King of Pop sexually abused two young boys. Through interviews with those closest to the situation, as well as members of Jackson’s family, the film sheds light on information that was excluded from HBO’s broadcast.
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Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special (2021)
Winfrey speaks with Markle about everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage, motherhood, her philanthropic work and how she is handling life under intense public pressure. Later, the two are joined by Prince Harry as they speak about their move to the United States and their future hopes and dreams for their expanding family.
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Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSquare One (2019)
An investigation into the original 1993 Michael Jackson allegations brought by the Chandler family.
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Absolute CinemaMovies like thisLeaving Neverland: ProSieben Spezial (2019)
The world is talking about 'Leaving Neverland. In our ProSieben special, we ask questions that the documentary doesn't, and look at the most important moments in the life of the superstar. In addition, we explore the question of how the new allegations change the view of Michael Jackson's overall work. This helps to classify the special documentary 'Leaving Neverland'.
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SnoozefestMovies like thisMichael Jackson: The Life of an Icon (2011)
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.
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Absolute CinemaMovies like thisLeaving Neverland 2: Surviving Michael Jackson (2025)
Explores the personal toll on James Safechuck and Wade Robson after they went public with accusations against pop icon Michael Jackson. The two men continue to seek justice as they face backlash from his global army of fans. With exclusive access to court hearings, the film shows the extent to which the Jackson estate has fought to prevent Robson and Safechuck from having their day in court.
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SnoozefestMovies like thisMichael Jackson's Private Home Movies (2003)
Michael Jackson shows you his home videos.
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Oprah Winfrey Presents: After Neverland (2019)
Oprah Winfrey hosts a conversation featuring Wade Robson and James Safechuck, alongside Leaving Neverland director Dan Reed, before an audience of survivors of sexual abuse and others whose lives have been impacted by it.
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Living with Michael Jackson (2003)
Martin Bashir conducts a rare interview with Michael Jackson and is given unprecedented access to the reclusive performer's private life over a span of eight months, from May 2002 to January 2003.
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SnoozefestMovies like thisFraming Britney Spears (2021)
Her rise was a global phenomenon. Her downfall was a cruel national sport. People close to Britney Spears and lawyers tied to her conservatorship now reassess her career as she battles her father in court over who should control her life.
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Worth the HypeMovies like thisMurder in Monaco (2025)
Monaco, 1999. One of the world's richest men dies in his penthouse. This documentary unpacks the mysterious murder of billionaire banker, Edmond Safra.
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Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMichael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall (2016)
Director Spike Lee chronicles Michael Jackson's early rise to fame.
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Worth the HypeMovies like thisDiddy: The Making of a Bad Boy (2025)
A raw, exclusive look at Sean Combs long before he was known as Puff or Diddy. Featuring never-before-seen footage and stories from those who know him best, this documentary special sheds light on his childhood, rise to fame, and recent criminal allegations, challenging viewers to rethink everything they thought they knew about the mogul behind the music—and the mugshot.
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George Michael: Freedom (2017)
This documentary covers the span of George Michael's entire career, concentrating on the formative period in the late Grammy® Award winner’s life and career, leading up to and following the making of his acclaimed, best-selling album “Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1” and his subsequent, infamous High Court battle with his record label that followed, while also becoming poignantly personal about the death of his late partner and first love, Anselmo Feleppa.
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Bad 25 (2012)
Spike Lee pays tribute to Michael Jackson's Bad on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the epochal album, offering behind-the-scenes footage of Jackson recording the album and interviews with confidants, musicians, choreographers, and such music-world superstars as Kanye West, Sheryl Crow, Cee Lo Green and Mariah Carey.
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Worth the HypeMovies like thisControlling Britney Spears (2021)
Britney Spears has said that her conservatorship had become “an oppressive and controlling tool against her”. This New York Times investigation reveals much of how it worked, including an intense surveillance apparatus that monitored every move she made.
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The Secret Tapes of the O.J. Case: The Untold Story (2015)
The LMN special, “The Secret Tapes of the O.J. Case: The Untold Story,” reveals new insights into both the events surrounding the verdict of the criminal trial, and the various disturbing facets of O.J.’s personality, through statements by O.J. himself. The documentary exposes disturbing realities about O.J.’s thoughts, feelings and behavior before, during and after the trial. And an audio recording that O.J. secretly taped, prior to the infamous Bronco Chase, is heard. The special features rare interviews with key players on both sides of the case, including extensive, candid discussions with Robert Kardashian and Kris Kardashian Jenner.
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Tupac Shakur: Before I Wake (2001)
A look back on Tupac's final years through the eyes of Tupac's personal bodyguard, Frank Alexander. Featuring never-before-seen footage.
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Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child (2023)
Pro boxing sensation — and perennial troublemaker — Jake Paul shares his unlikely journey from online prankster to power puncher in this documentary.
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SnoozefestMovies like thisMurder to Mercy: The Cyntoia Brown Story (2020)
After 16-year-old Cyntoia Brown is sentenced to life in prison, questions about her past, physiology and the law itself call her guilt into question.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisVoyeur (2017)
Legendary journalist Gay Talese unmasks a motel owner who spied on his guests for decades. But his bombshell story soon becomes a scandal of its own.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
SnoozefestMovies like thisA Toxic Love Story (2026)
A string of threatening emails escalates into a revenge plot involving a newly married US marshal and his ex-girlfriend.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCon Mum (2025)
A chef's life is upended when a jet-setting, champagne-sipping, hotel-hopping woman claims to be his long-lost mother.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTed Bundy: Mind of a Monster (2019)
New exclusive access and never before heard testimony gives a unique insight into the mind of America's most notorious serial killer, Ted Bundy. Breathtaking archive from the time and the voice of Bundy himself, reveals the monster inside the man.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Killing Michael Jackson?
The closest matches to Killing Michael Jackson are Pathological: The Lies of Joran van der Sloot (2024), Amanda Knox (2016) and Michael Jackson : Unmasked (2009). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Killing Michael Jackson?
People who watched Killing Michael Jackson most often go on to Pathological: The Lies of Joran van der Sloot (2024), Amanda Knox (2016) and Michael Jackson : Unmasked (2009).
What is the highest-rated movie like Killing Michael Jackson?
Amanda Knox (2016), rated 6.6/10 by 607 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Killing Michael Jackson?
A Toxic Love Story (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Killing Michael Jackson?
Yes: Pathological: The Lies of Joran van der Sloot (2024), Michael Jackson : Unmasked (2009) and Michael Jackson: Chase the Truth (2019).
How are movies similar to Killing Michael Jackson chosen?
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