“Michael, a biopic about Michael Jackson, has hit the box office with a record-breaking $97 million domestically and $217 million globally in its first weekend. This marks the best start of all time for a biopic, surpassing the record set by 2015's "Straight Outta Compton". Despite mixed reviews, audiences have largely embraced the film, which also scored an "A-" grade on CinemaScore exit polls. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua, charts Jackson's early days in the Jackson 5 before becoming one of the biggest entertainers on the planet. It is the biggest hit for Lionsgate in over a decade and is expected to surpass $700 million worldwide if ticket sales exceed $700m.