Gaining widespread attention from his breakout role in Damien Chazelle’s Whiplash, Miles Teller is one of the top talents of Hollywood, where his portrayal of a young drummer caught the eye of movie enthusiasts. Since then, Teller never had to look back as he has been doing major roles in films.
From Whiplash to working alongside Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick, the Rabbit Hole actor has been enjoying his time in the film industry. And, it looks like Miles Teller will keep soaring high as he will be returning as Lieutenant Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw in Top Gun 3. But that’s not all, as he is all set to work in Michael Jackson’s biopic that features a star-studded cast.
Miles Teller Being Eyed For a Role in Michael Jackson’s Biopic
There’s no denying that Miles Teller has been building an impressive portfolio for himself as he continues to work in a wide variety of films. And, it looks like the circle is going to continue as he is in talks to join Lionsgate and Universal Pictures International’s Antoine Fuqua-directed Michael.
As per Deadline, an insider has come forward with a scoop, sharing that “there’s no deal yet for Teller,” and the film is going to be released in 2025. The source shared that Teller would portray the role of Michael Jackson’s attorney in the biopic. However, the source did not mention which attorney of the Smooth Criminal singer, as there were a number of attorneys that Jackson had hired in his career. Late Howard Weitzman, Mark Gregos, and Thomas Mesereau were the three attorneys that MJ had been in contact throughout his entire career.
If both parties come to an agreement, then, Miles Teller would join a talented cast consisting of Jaafar Jackson, MJ’s nephew, as Michael Jackson, Nia Long as mother Katherine Jackson, and Colman Domingo as patriarch Joe Jackson. The film not only features a talented cast, but also the writing team is full of big names, like John Logan, a three-time Oscar nominee, who will write the script of the film, and it will be produced by Graham King, another Oscar winner.
As for the plot of Michael, it will not only showcase the creative genius of Michael Jackson and give the audience an insight into how he came up with his iconic dance moves but also tell the “trials and tribulations” of the King of Pop.
Miles Teller’s Role in Michael Has Got The Movie Connoisseurs Talking
Looking at the cast and the scoop, the biopic has already gained fans who are looking forward to watching the film. While many people believed that it would only showcase the actor’s legendary contributions, that was not the case, as the film is all set to showcase Jackson’s vices as well.
However, this news was not taken well by everyone as they came forward to share their views on the biopic on X.
I think,he can manage it
— ralsky (@DonovanBilly2) January 31, 2024
I figured they were just gonna ignore the stuff we all know but if this turns into a heroic defence of MJ then holy shit this is gonna be a heinous movie
— OnlyRealJackM (@OnlyRealJackM) February 1, 2024
Will be great pick ! This is getting bigger each day
— Harsh (@harsh_harshy) February 1, 2024
So this movie will cover the pedo stuff but it will just be Michael Jackson propaganda
— David Bowman (@TronAresMovie) January 31, 2024
He looks like Geragos for sure
— Scarlett Denoe II Fan Account (@Scar_D7) February 1, 2024
Even though the news has divided the fans, as they felt annoyed on how Miles Teller would play the role of one of the attorneys of Michael Jackson, but there’s no denying that film has got the film enthusiasts talking more about it with each passing day.
Michael is set to be released in theatres on April 18, 2025.
