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Moonwalking to Box Office Glory: How Lionsgate’s Nostalgic, Fan-Centric Marketing Campaign Turned ‘Michael’ Into a Blockbuster

Lionsgate leveraged a fan-forward, experience-based push to turn Michael into a major blockbuster.
The marketing included 20 global city moonwalk flash mobs and live DJs on billboards to boost visibility.
A Jackson hologram appeared in 13 theaters and 40 malls as part of the campaign.
The campaign partnered with Historically Black colleges to reach younger audiences.
Lionsgate emphasized crowd-pleasing elements and avoided controversial aspects of Jackson’s life.
The campaign aimed for social shareability, especially on TikTok, to amplify word of mouth.
Initial studio hesitation gave way to a $60 million marketing effort that supported the film’s launch.
The film opened with strong domestic and international box office, signaling lasting demand.
Lionsgate compared Michael to top musical biopics, aiming for a historic box office leaderboard.
Executives described the campaign as community-driven, event-like, and highly strategic.

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