If you thought that ‘Michael’ fell a little short when it came to offering a complete portrait of the artist, this week Netflix has a docuseries that promises to reveal some of the secrets left untold. This, without a doubt, is going to be a dark week on Netflix, as it is joined by an excellent Spanish-style thriller and a British series that tackles a very controversial real case.
Series
Michael Jackson: The Verdict
The premiere of this three-part docuseries comes at a highly controversial time, coinciding with renewed interest in Michael Jackson after the success of the biopic ‘Michael’. Critics have accused this film of whitewashing his legacy and ignoring the controversial abuse lawsuits that clouded the last years of his life. This docuseries reconstructs the infamous 2005 trial through testimonies from jurors, journalists, eyewitnesses, and people linked to both the prosecution and defense. It presents dimensions of the case that have remained hidden from the public eye, fueling ongoing debates among fans of the artist and those who align with the views expressed in ‘Leaving Neverland.’ Notably, the director of ‘Leaving Neverland’ has publicly disagreed with the conclusions presented in this Netflix project.
- Premiere: Wednesday, June 3
The Witness
‘The Witness’ aims to continue the momentum gained by ‘Adolescence’. Created by Rob Williams, this series reconstructs the 1992 murder of Rachel Nickell through the eyes of her partner, who becomes a single father dedicated to protecting their two-year-old son, the only witness to the crime. The show focuses on an investigation riddled with errors and decisions that sparked significant controversy at the time. Starring Jordan Bolger, known for his role in ‘Peaky Blinders’, this miniseries is a gripping exploration of true crime, delivered across three episodes.
- Premiere: Thursday, June 4
Other Series
- New Amsterdam – June 1
- My Hero Academia (Season 6) – June 1
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit – June 1
- Evergood – June 2
- The King of Queens – June 4
- Full Time Fans – June 4
- This Is How You Will Learn – June 5
Movies
The Unknown
This dramatic thriller adapts the novel by Rosa Montero and Olivier Truc, revolving around the harrowing discovery of a gaged woman found in a shipping container at the port of Barcelona. With no recollection of her identity, she survives an assassination attempt while in the hospital, becoming the centerpiece of a police investigation centered around her amnesia. Directed by Gabe Ibáñez, known for ‘Autómata’, this film highlights a spectacular cast, including Candela Peña, Ana Rujas, Pol López, and Manolo Solo, marking its exclusive release on Netflix.
- Premiere: Friday, June 5
Other Movies
- Milky☆Subway: The Galactic Limited Express – The Movie – June 1
- The Drawback – June 1
- The Murder of Rachel Nickell – June 4
- Poldi – June 4
- Oh, Mom! – June 4
- Mexico 86 – June 5
- Turbulence in the Office – June 5
- The Babysitter – June 5
- The High Knights – June 6
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