Michael Jackson: The Trial

Name: Michael Jackson: The Trial
Released: 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary

The story of Michael Jackson's relationship with teenager Gavin Arvizo, whose accusations of child molestation led to the infamous 2005 trial. Featuring previously unseen footage and unheard tapes of Michael Jackson, as well as exclusive interviews.

2026 · 46m

Director Gillian Pachter

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

The story of Michael Jackson's relationship with teenager Gavin Arvizo, whose accusations of child molestation led to the infamous 2005 trial. Featuring previously unseen footage and unheard tapes of Michael Jackson, as well as exclusive interviews.
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

After Jackson admits on TV that he shares his bed with a child, a police raid on Neverland Ranch reveals disturbing evidence of a warped world of secret rooms and odd mannequins. Jackson's inner circle then goes on a PR offensive.
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

Jackson's first court appearance turns into a circus, with the singer posing on top of his SUV for fans bussed in for a trial that divides the US on race, fame and American justice.
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

Michael Jackson faces up to 18 years in prison, but there's pandemonium when he's ultimately found not guilty on all counts. Michael never returns to Neverland and will die four years later.