In Honour Of Mj's New Biopic, Here Are 5 Other Incredible Biopics Worth Your Time

The teaser for the new Michael Jackson biopic is out, and there is more than one reason for fans of the international pop-star to be ecstatic. For one, it is Jackson's own nephew, Jaafar Jackson, who will be playing the musician. And the teaser features young Jackson donning the iconic white-shirted look in 'Man in the Mirror.'

However, the Antoine Fuqua-directed biopic 'Michael' is set to release only on April 18, 2025. While we collectively wait for that one, here are five other fantastic recent biopics that you need to watch in the meantime:


1. 'Oppenheimer'

Without a doubt, this epic biographical drama on the life and story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, based on the book 'American Prometheus', can be regarded as the magnum opus of ace director Christopher Nolan. Not only does it take you through the journey of Oppenheimer discovering the atom bomb and his seminal role in the 'Manhattan Project', the movie is also a cinematic masterpiece, with performances from brilliant stars like Florence Pugh, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., and the others. The pacing and the suspense is amplified by the brilliant visuals and sound design of 'Oppenheimer'.


2. 'Griselda'

Although a subject of some controversy, Netflix's 'Griselda' features Sofia Vergara as Griselda Blanco, a notorious Colombian drug lord. The anticipated miniseries is directed by Andrés Baiz and tells the story of Blanco's historic rise in fame and notoriety in the Miami drug scene and her subsequent downfall. 


3. 'Napoleon'

Perhaps employing an innovative perspective, Ridley Scott's 'Napoleon' takes us through one of history's most interesting figures; French military commander Napoleon Bonaparte. Through the brilliant performances of award-winning actors Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby, 'Napoleon' is a tragicomedy that gives us a glance into the commander's military missteps along with his romantic journey with wife Joséphine Bonaparte, embellished with spectacular battlefield visuals.


4. 'The Fabelmans'

Loosely based on his own foray into cinema, 'The Fabelmans' is a delightful semi-autobiographical movie directed by Steven Spielberg. It tells the story of young Sammy Fabelman who discovers and is inspired by the power of cinema that ends up unravelling some powerful secrets of his own family. The movie is highly acclaimed for being gut-wrenching while also retaining the magic of cinema. Easily regarded as one of Spielberg's "most personal films", watch 'The Fabelmans' for a hint of movie magic. 


5. 'The Iron Claw'

Yet another blockbuster, featuring 'The Bear's' beloved Jeremy Allen White and Zac Efron, 'The Iron Claw' is a sport biopic that tells the real-life story of professional wrestler Kevin Von Erich and the Von Erich family who made history on the wrestling stage while navigating through the highs and lows of their personal lives. Enriched by the magnificent performances of the stars and by the iron-clad directorial eye of Sean Durkin, 'The Iron Claw' is a worthwhile watch.