Michael Jackson: An American Tragedy

Michael Jackson: An American Tragedy

The rise. The reign. The ruin.

Continuing First aired 08/Apr/2026 United Kingdom English 1 season(s) 3 episode(s)
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Charting Michael Jackson’s journey from child prodigy to global icon, examining the genius, controversy, trials and tragedy that shaped and continue to divide his legacy.
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Season 1 · Series 1
3 episode(s) · Air date: 08/Apr/2026
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Charting the genius, controversy, trials and tragedy of Michael Jackson.

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Charting the genius, controversy, trials and tragedy of Michael Jackson.

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Episode 3
Air date: 22/Apr/2026 · Time: 06:00 · Runtime: 59 min
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After being cleared of further abuse allegations, Jackson attempts an ambitious comeback tour. When he dies suddenly, the people who control his estate start monetising his legacy.

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After being cleared of further abuse allegations, Jackson attempts an ambitious comeback tour. When he dies suddenly, the people who control his estate start monetising his legacy.

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Episode 2
Air date: 15/Apr/2026 · Time: 06:00 · Runtime: 58 min
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After Michael Jackson signs a record-breaking deal with Sony, allegations of child sexual abuse explode. Michael's team race to keep both his business empire and image intact.

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After Michael Jackson signs a record-breaking deal with Sony, allegations of child sexual abuse explode. Michael's team race to keep both his business empire and image intact.

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Air date: 08/Apr/2026 · Time: 06:00 · Runtime: 58 min
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With access to insiders, including his sister La Toya, this episode charts Jackson's rise from child prodigy to global star. But some concerning behaviour raises troubling questions.

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With access to insiders, including his sister La Toya, this episode charts Jackson's rise from child prodigy to global star. But some concerning behaviour raises troubling questions.

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Sophie Fuller
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