Michael Jackson's This Is It

PG

Released Oct 28, 2009

1h 51m

Documentary

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81%

186 Reviews

Tomatometer

82%

100,000+ Ratings

Audience Score

Prior to his untimely death, Jackson was in the midst of preparing for a series of sold-out concerts that were scheduled to take place in London during the summer of 2009. Behind-the-scenes footage, filmed between March and June of 2009, captures the pop superstar in intimate detail as he developed and rehearsed for the "This Is It" tour.

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Critics Consensus

While it may not be the definitive concert film (or the insightful backstage look) some will hope for, Michael Jackson's This Is It packs more than enough entertainment value to live up to its ambitious title.

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Bruce S

Amazing to see the master at work, can't believe he died within days, he looked on fire.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/30/23

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Jack D

Aside from the controversy behind this being made while Michael was literally working himself to death, seeing the master at work and absolutely kicking ass at 50 years old is a pure delight. Michael's artistry and brilliant mind is so fascinating and there will never ever be anybody like him, a true perfectionist and we see it in this documentary for every single song, every little detail and every dance move. He is just wonderful and his vocals during these rehearsals are just heavenly. Knowing Earth Song is the last song he ever sang, the night before he died.. speaks volumes. Michael you are deeply missed

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/29/23

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liam k

This movie was alright, and I am aware that it was not intentionally made with the intention of becoming a movie, but I feel like it might have been. If it makes any sense, I anticipated it to be louder than it was. The final 20 minutes or so, when there was more Michael and less of everyone else and everything else, were THE BEST part of the film. It was interesting to see what goes into a MAJOR event like his, and I'm sure it would have been AMAZING to witness the completed product. It was also admirable to observe his kindness and how he provided opportunities for his show's participants to shine.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

12/22/22

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Rudy H.

I have seen it many times, this film gives out peaceful heart to Michael Jackson and how we should heal it. This is like the best concert film ever!.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/22/22

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CharGoesBOOM

Absolutely fantastic, I don't even care what people say this is great! I watched it on both DVD and TV Demand, I can dance and sing with it. RIP MJ you are missed.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/12/22

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Audience Member

LOL, the funniest of Michael Joseph Jackson (Born in 1958 in Indiana-Died in 2009 in California)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/28/23

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I think any fan of MJ’s will appreciate what "This Is It" offers – a glimpse of a Michael that I don’t think we ever really got to know, and the final steps of a genius, fully dedicated to his craft...

Sep 13, 2022

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

It's always inspiring to see a genius at work. And that's exactly how I felt watching Michael Jackson in This Is it--inspired.

Rated: A

Sep 12, 2017

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Nell Minow

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Rated: B+

Feb 18, 2012

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

It's difficult not to appreciate the popularity and impact of Michael Jackson's music, along with the elaborate stage show that was put together for his final concert tour.

Rated: 6/10

Nov 29, 2020

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Micheal Compton

Bowling Green Daily News

This is a film designed to give fans one last chance to see the Jackson they knew and loved. And on that level, "This Is It" succeeds - showing that Jackson still had it, even in his final moments.

May 11, 2019

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Kelly Jane Torrance

Washington Times

This Is It gives us a fuller portrait of the man and his passion than we've ever seen before. But don't think it lets us finally understand him.

Rated: 3.5/4

Dec 1, 2018

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Synopsis

Prior to his untimely death, Jackson was in the midst of preparing for a series of sold-out concerts that were scheduled to take place in London during the summer of 2009. Behind-the-scenes footage, filmed between March and June of 2009, captures the pop superstar in intimate detail as he developed and rehearsed for the "This Is It" tour.

Director: Kenny Ortega
Producer: John Branca, John McClain
Distributor: Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co: Columbia Pictures
Rating: PG (Suggestive Choreography|Scary Images)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 28, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 16, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $71.8M
Runtime: 1h 51m

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