Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon
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.
Top Cast
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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
Eddie Floyd
Self
Paul Anka
Self
Frank Cascio
Self
Kenny Gamble
Self
Leon Huff
Self
Dionne Warwick
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 2, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew Eastel
- Original Title
- Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Production Studios
- David Gest Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Eastel
David Gest
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Eastel
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon
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What is Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon about?
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.
Who directed Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon was directed by Andrew Eastel.
Who stars in Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?
The principal cast of Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon includes Michael Jackson, David Gest, Tito Jackson, Rebbie Jackson, Katherine Jackson.
When was Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon released and how long is it?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 2h 29m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon?
Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).