Michael Jackson Docuseries Set at Netflix, Will Explore His 2005 Child Molestation Trial and Acquittal
A new docuseries titled 'Michael Jackson: The Verdict' is set to premiere on Netflix on June 3. The three-part series will explore the 2005 child molestation trial of Michael Jackson, featuring insights from jurors, witnesses, and media figures. Despite Jackson's acquittal, the trial remains a topic of interest and controversy years after his death.
- ▪The docuseries covers the charges against Michael Jackson and the ensuing trial.
- ▪It includes perspectives from both the prosecution and defense sides.
- ▪The filmmakers aim to provide a comprehensive look at the trial, which was not filmed.
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Home Music News May 20, 2026 10:55am PT Michael Jackson Docuseries Set at Netflix, Will Explore His 2005 Child Molestation Trial and Acquittal By Pat Saperstein Plus Icon Pat Saperstein Deputy Editor @Variety_PatS Latest Michael Jackson Docuseries Set at Netflix, Will Explore His 2005 Child Molestation Trial and Acquittal 7 minutes ago Warner Bros.’ Clockwork Closing In on Park Chan-Wook’s ‘The Brigands Of Rattlecreek,’ With Matthew McConaughey, Austin Butler, Pedro Pascal and Tang Wei 19 hours ago Cannes Press Screening of Pedro Almodóvar’s ‘Bitter Christmas’ Evacuated Due to Medical Emergency 24 hours ago See All Courtesy of Netflix A new three-part Netflix series about the explosive 2005 Michael Jackson trial, “Michael Jackson: The Verdict,” is set to premiere on June 3.
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