Twenty years after Michael Jackson was acquitted on some serious charges, the case remains one of the most polarizing trials in modern history. Now, the 2025 documentary series “The People v. Michael Jackson” takes a fresh look at the explosive events, the courtroom drama, and the questions that continue to surround the King of Pop’s legacy.
(Photo by Kevork Djansezian-Pool/Getty Images)Part 1 of the series premieres September 1, 2025, exploring the accusations that dominated headlines and redefined Jackson’s career. Part 2, airing the following day, retraces the trial’s dramatic conclusion and its global aftermath.
What the Series Explores
The documentary dives deep into the high-profile trial that captivated audiences in 2005. With rare home video footage, testimony from jurors and attorneys, and court transcripts, “The People v. Michael Jackson” revisits the evidence, the defense, and the prosecution’s case.
It also examines how the media covered the trial and how public perception often blurred the line between fact and spectacle.
The Legacy & New Allegations
(Photo by Tim Whitby/Getty Images)Beyond the courtroom, the series delves into how recent allegations against Jackson have continued to spark debate and shape conversations about his life and career.
The documentary raises questions about what has changed, and what has not, in the decades since his acquittal.
“The People v. Michael Jackson” positions itself as more than a retelling; it’s a reconsideration of the trial’s lasting cultural impact and its role in defining celebrity scrutiny.
Where to Watch “The People v. Michael Jackson”
The two-part series airs on A&E and is available to stream across several platforms. Viewers can watch on Philo (with a free trial), Apple TV, Prime Video, and the Crime+Investigation Play app, available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play.
With exclusive interviews, archival footage, and a meticulous examination of the King of Pop’s legacy, the series promises a comprehensive and thought-provoking perspective on the case that still divides audiences worldwide.
Jackson’s Family Today
The late King of Pop, Michael Jackson, was the proud father of three children: Prince, Paris, and Bigi (formerly known as Blanket).
Jackson and his ex-wife Deborah “Debbie” Rowe welcomed their first child, Prince Michael Joseph Jackson Jr., in February 1997. Their daughter, Paris-Michael Katherine Jackson, was born in April 1998. His youngest, Prince Michael Jackson II, who has gone by Bigi since 2015, was born via surrogate in 2002. The world got its first real glimpse of Jackson’s children in June 2009 after the singer’s sudden death at age 50.
At his televised memorial service in Los Angeles, Paris delivered an emotional tribute to her father, marking her first public appearance.
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