# Golden Globes Reject Michael Submission

> Golden Globes reject Michael Jackson biopic from comedy/musical categories.
- Title: Golden Globes Reject Michael Submission · TheWrap | Shortify
- Summary: Golden Globes reject Michael Jackson biopic from comedy/musical categories. The Golden Globes rejected Lionsgate's submission of Michael Jackson biopic…
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- Source: TheWrap — https://thewrap.com/culture-lifestyle/culture/golden-globes-rejects-michael-submission-as-comedy-musical
- Author: Missy Schwartz
- Published: 2026-10-20T21:29:40+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: golden globes, michael, lionsgate, trinity audio, jaafar jackson, golden globes submission, comedy musical, drama categories, entertainment, culture, business
## Golden Globes reject submission
The Golden Globes rejected Lionsgate's bid to submit Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' as a comedy or musical.
## Film competes in drama categories
The film will compete in drama categories against 'The Odyssey', Matt Damon, John Malkovich, and Andrew Scott.
## Supporting actors unaffected
Co-stars Colman Domingo and Nia Long remain eligible for supporting acting categories without genre restrictions.
## Key takeaway

The Golden Globes rejected Lionsgate's submission of Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' for comedy or musical categories, moving it to drama competitions.