{"product_id":"michael-jackson-an-american-tragedy-2026","title":"MICHAEL JACKSON: AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY, SERIES 1 (2026)","description":"\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\" class=\"wDYxhc\" data-md=\"50\" data-hveid=\"CBIQAA\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwioxtrm9dmVAxWYUEEAHQTcEuEQkCl6BAgSEAA\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"PZPZlf hb8SAc IFvyDb\" data-attrid=\"description\" data-hveid=\"CBIQAQ\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwioxtrm9dmVAxWYUEEAHQTcEuEQziAoAHoECBIQAQ\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kno-rdesc\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A three-part series documentary, charting Michael Jackson's journey from child prodigy to global icon, examining the genius, controversy, trials and tragedy that shaped and continue to divide his legacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kno-rdesc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kno-rdesc\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpisode 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kno-rdesc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kno-rdesc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith unique access to friends and family, including Jackson’s sister La Toya, this episode charts Michael Jackson’s journey from child performer to a deeply troubled musical icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind The Jackson 5, the family act that launched Michael to fame, was a household described by insiders as driven by fear as much as by talent. An offer of a film role helps Michael gain independence from his controlling father, causing tensions and resentments within the family. This leads to Michael's search for authentic connections elsewhere, including among the Jehovah's Witnesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1982, Michael releases his masterpiece Thriller, catapulting him to megastardom and turning him into a global business empire. But the pressures of fame begin to weigh heavily, and colleagues also describe a pattern in Michael’s behaviour: a preference for the company of children. (58 mins.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpisode 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn August 1991, Michael signs the most lucrative deal in music history with Sony Music and prepares for what his team believes will be a landmark year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen, a 13-year-old boy accuses Michael of child sexual abuse. Detectives describe the shock of investigating the world’s most famous performer, while inside Michael’s camp, aides recall disbelief and a frantic effort to keep Michael’s worldwide tour, business empire and public image intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the story breaks, police search Michael’s home, and the media storm intensifies. Michael publicly denies the allegations, condemning what he calls a 'trial by media'.(58 mins.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpisode 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing Jackson from the shockwaves of the Martin Bashir documentary Living with Michael Jackson to the final act of his life - and the battle over what he leaves behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the aftermath of the documentary, insiders describe a man in free-fall: frightened, financially exposed and increasingly isolated. Manager Dieter Wiesner recalls Michael rallying his fanbase, while rumours of mounting debts and allegations escalate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 12-year-old Gavin Arvizo goes to police, prosecutor Ron Zonen asserts Jackson knew it was 'an inappropriate relationship'. The singer is arrested and charged, and becomes the centre of a trial that consumes a small town and the global media. (59 mins.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"kno-rdesc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"West Coast Buried Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Episode 1","offer_id":52689100439863,"sku":null,"price":9.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eoisode 2","offer_id":52689100472631,"sku":null,"price":9.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Episode 3","offer_id":52689100505399,"sku":null,"price":9.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1157\/9802\/files\/p0nc6pmt_f93519f6-7eb5-42b2-a7ff-3b30e7fe3d1c.jpg?v=1784299024","url":"https:\/\/westcoastburiedtreasure.com\/products\/michael-jackson-an-american-tragedy-2026","provider":"West Coast Buried Treasure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}