Michael Jackson: An American Tragedy

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2026

Documentary

Summary

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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6.9/10

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rolenameSelfDieter WiesnerSelf - ManagerDieter WiesnerSelfShana MangatalSelfGregg MitchellSelfRudy ProvencioSelfShmuley BoteachSelf - Family AttorneyBrian OxmanSelf - Michael Jackson's family attorneyBrian OxmanSelfBill WhitfieldSelf - BodyguardBill WhitfieldSelf - prosecutor in Michael Jackson's trialRon ZonenSelfChris ApostleSelf - former detective with the LAPDRosibel Ferrufino-Smith

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Season 1

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