Netflix’s ‘Michael Jackson: The Verdict’ Follows ‘Michael’ Biopic – Here’s What We Know
The upcoming three-part docuseries explores the highly publicized court trial centered on the allegations of sexual abuse against the King of Pop.
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Photographed by Carlo Allegri for Getty Images.
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Following the release of the ‘Michael‘ biopic, Netflix has just announced the forthcoming release of a new documentary series titled Michael Jackson: The Verdict.
Premiering June 3, 2026, the three-part docuseries revisits the King of Pop’s 2005 child molestation trial, bringing together jurors, eyewitnesses, accusers, and members of Jackson’s defense team for a fresh examination of one of the most polarizing celebrity court cases in modern history. Directed by Nick Green, the series promises a closer look at both the prosecution and defense arguments that led to Jackson’s acquittal on all charges nearly two decades ago. The newly released trailer opens with eerie shots of Neverland Ranch before one interview subject says, “We believed he was a criminal, and he was able to get away with it because of his fame and celebrity.”
Check out the first-look trailer of the documentary series below:
“It has been 20 years since the trial of Michael Jackson, in which he was found not guilty. Yet, to this day, controversy still rages,” Green and producer Fiona Stourton said in a press statement shared with Netflix’s Tudum. “No cameras were allowed in court, and so the public’s view of the facts at the time was filtered by commentators and presented piecemeal. It was time to take a forensic look at the trial as a whole.”
During the trial, prosecutors called several boys who alleged Jackson had abused them, while the defense brought in a lineup of celebrity witnesses — including Macaulay Culkin, Jay Leno, George Lopez and Chris Tucker — to testify on Jackson’s behalf. The jury delivered a not-guilty verdict on June 13, 2005.
The upcoming series also revisits allegations absent from Michael, including Chandler’s claims, which were reportedly excluded from the film after producers discovered their inclusion could violate a 1994 settlement agreement tied to Jackson. The singer, who passed away in 2009, repeatedly denied all accusations made against him throughout his life. The allegations were also the primary subject of an HBO original documentary, Leaving Neverland, which centered on two men accusing Jackson of abuse during their childhoods.
In other recent Michael Jackson news, the recently released biopic continues to dominate the global box office, bringing in $713.2 million USD against a budget of $155-200 million. The success of the film has also reignited interest in Jackson’s discography, with his classic hits like “Billie Jean” and “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough” garnering viral traction across numerous social media and streaming platforms.
As we anticipate the release of Netflix’s Michael Jackson: The Verdict, revisit the King of Pop’s discography below:
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Netflix’s Michael Jackson: The Verdict premieres on June 3, 2026, as a three-part docuseries. Directed by Nick Green, the series revisits the King of Pop’s 2005 child molestation trial and brings together jurors, eyewitnesses, accusers, and members of Jackson’s defense team.
Michael Jackson: The Verdict is a Netflix docuseries that takes a forensic look at the King of Pop’s 2005 child molestation trial. It examines both prosecution and defense arguments that led to Jackson’s acquittal on all charges, featuring fresh interviews from those directly involved in the case.
Michael Jackson: The Verdict is directed by Nick Green and produced by Fiona Stourton. The pair said in a press statement that two decades after the trial, no cameras were allowed in court, leaving the public’s view filtered — making a full forensic re-examination timely.
The Verdict revisits allegations absent from the Michael biopic, including Chandler’s claims, which were reportedly excluded after producers discovered their inclusion could violate a 1994 settlement agreement tied to Jackson. The docuseries focuses on a real-world legal examination rather than a dramatized retelling.
The Michael Jackson biopic continues to dominate the global box office, earning $713.2 million USD against a budget of $155–200 million. Its success has reignited interest in Jackson’s discography, with classic hits like “Billie Jean” and “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough” going viral online.