Michael Jackson Super Bowl Documentary Coming to Hulu and ESPN

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New documentary 'Spectacle: Michael Jackson at the Super Bowl' announced for Hulu and ESPN.

Scheduled to debut in February 2027, featuring never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage.

Directed by Bao Nguyen, known for 'The Greatest Night in Pop.'

Explores how Jackson permanently changed the Super Bowl halftime show into a major cultural event.

A new documentary exploring Michael Jackson's iconic 1993 Super Bowl halftime performance is coming to Hulu and ESPN in February 2027. Titled 'Spectacle: Michael Jackson at the Super Bowl,' the film follows the artist's preparation for the landmark event. Directed by Bao Nguyen, the documentary features unseen footage illustrating how Jackson redefined the halftime show into a premier pop culture spectacle.

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