Thriller 40(2023)
“The album that changed it all.”
Overview
Forty years after the release of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ the best-selling album of all-time, director Nelson George takes fans back in time to the making of a pop masterpiece, featuring never-before-seen footage and candid interviews.
Director
Nelson George
Studio
Company Name
Cast
Michael Jackson
as Self (archive footage)
Quincy Jones
as Self (archive footage)
Paul McCartney
as Self (archive footage)
Usher
as Self
Mary J. Blige
as Self
Mark Ronson
as Self
Ed Eckstine
as Self
John Branca
as Self
Misty Copeland
as Self
Matt Forger
as Self
Myles Frost
as Self
Deborah Nadoolman Landis
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2023
Runtime
1h 29m
Language
English
Rating
8.6 / 10
Production Companies
Company Name • Optimum Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Thriller 40?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Thriller 40 (2023).
What is Thriller 40 about?▼
Forty years after the release of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ the best-selling album of all-time, director Nelson George takes fans back in time to the making of a pop masterpiece, featuring never-before-seen footage and candid interviews.
Who directed Thriller 40?▼
Thriller 40 was directed by Nelson George and released in 2023. It is a documentary, music film.
How long is Thriller 40?▼
Thriller 40 has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
Who stars in Thriller 40?▼
The cast of Thriller 40 includes Michael Jackson as Self (archive footage), Quincy Jones as Self (archive footage), Paul McCartney as Self (archive footage), Usher as Self, Mary J. Blige as Self and more.
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