Image Credit: Kevin Mazur/Lionsgate The upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, features a star-studded ensemble cast. The film explores the beginnings of the late King of Pop, who died in 2009, and how his time with the Jackson 5 catapulted him to build one of the most successful solo music careers in the world. Below, get to know each star from the Michael biopic movie and who they're playing. Jaafar Jackson - Michael Jackson As the nephew of the late King of Pop, it was only right that Jaafar would honor his uncle.