Movie

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon

★ 8.1(183)20112h 29m

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Director: Andrew Eastel
Release date: 2011-11-02
Runtime: 2h 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: David Gest Productions

About Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon is a 2011 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Andrew Eastel, starring Michael Jackson, David Gest and Tito Jackson. It has a runtime of 2 hours 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.1/10 from 183 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Michael Jackson

Self (archive footage)

David Gest

Self

Tito Jackson

Self

Rebbie Jackson

Self

Katherine Jackson

Self

Frank DiLeo

Self

J. Randy Taraborrelli

Self

Whitney Houston

Self

Freda Payne

Self

Thomas Mesereau

Self

Percy Sledge

Self

Petula Clark

Self

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon in United States?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon on Netflix?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon has a runtime of 2 hours 29 minutes (149 minutes).

Who stars in Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon stars Michael Jackson, David Gest, Tito Jackson, Rebbie Jackson and Katherine Jackson.

When did Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon come out?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon is a 2011 movie directed by Andrew Eastel.

What genre is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?+

Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon was directed by Andrew Eastel.