Released In 2009, Michael Jackson’s ‘This Is It’ Became The Highest Grossing Music Documentary Worldwide
July 13, 2009
Released In 2009, Michael Jackson’s ‘This Is It’ Became The Highest Grossing Music Documentary Worldwide

Michael Jackson’s This Is It is a 2009 documentary-concert film directed by Kenny Ortega that follows the preparation for the concert series slated to begin July of 2009. This month marks the 10th anniversary of the film’s release which showcases MJ rehearsing musical numbers, including dancer auditions and additional behind-the-scenes footage. Michael Jackson’s This Is It is now the highest grossing concert movie and documentary of all time.

Ticket sales broke international records a month before its release. In Japan, more than $1 million in tickets were sold on the first day of release. Fans in London purchased more than 30,000 tickets on the first day alone. Record sales also were reported in New Zealand, Brazil, Sweden, and Holland, to name a few.

To commemorate the 10th year anniversary, click here to pre-order a limited edition Michael Jackson’s This Is It box set:  http://MichaelJackson.lnk.to/OfficialShop

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