Netflix faces backlash over new Michael Jackson trial documentary
Netflix is facing criticism for its upcoming documentary about Michael Jackson's trial, titled 'Michael Jackson: The Verdict'. The documentary revisits the controversial case and includes perspectives from various courtroom participants. Fans have expressed outrage over the timing of the release, which follows a recent biopic about Jackson that received mixed reviews.
- ▪Netflix's documentary revisits Michael Jackson's 2003 trial for child molestation.
- ▪Fans have criticized the timing of the documentary's release, calling it exploitative.
- ▪The filmmakers aim to provide a historical account of the trial, which remains controversial.
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Movies Netflix faces backlash over new Michael Jackson trial documentary By Joshua Haigh, News.com.au Published May 27, 2026, 12:12 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Originally Published by: Netflix is facing backlash on social media ahead of the release of its in-depth documentary about Michael Jackson’s trial. Jackson, one of the most famous and beloved figures in pop culture of all time, was charged with multiNetflix’s new doc, “Michael Jackson: The Verdict”, revisits the case and features numerous key individuals who were inside the courtroom, including jurors, eyewitnesses, accusers, and defenders alike.ple counts of child molestation in 2003.
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