🏆The success of Michael continues to go beyond the box office and is now gaining recognition during awards season.
The Michael Jackson biopic has received five nominations at the National Film Awards UK 2026, one of the United Kingdom's most well-known film awards ceremonies, where winners are chosen entirely by public vote.
Among the highlights is Jaafar Jackson, who earned two nominations for his portrayal of Michael Jackson, competing in the categories of Best Newcomer and Outstanding Performance. Director Antoine Fuqua was also recognized for his work on the film, receiving a nomination for Best Director.
In addition, the producing team of Graham King, John Branca, Prince Jackson, and John McClain received a nomination for Best Film & TV Producer, while Michael is also competing for Best International Film.
Michael's National Film Awards UK 2026 nominations:
- Best International Film: Michael
- Best Director: Antoine Fuqua
- Best Film & TV Producer: Graham King, John Branca, Prince Jackson and John McClain
- Best Newcomer: Jaafar Jackson
- Outstanding Performance: Jaafar Jackson
🚨 One of the most exciting aspects of the National Film Awards is that the winners are chosen by the public. This means that Michael Jackson fans and supporters of the film can vote directly and help Michael earn even more recognition.
Voting remains open until June 27, with the winners set to be announced during the official ceremony in London on July 1.