An ITN Archive production documenting the life and death of Michael Jackson. Michael Jackson was a unique artist with record sales of over 750 million albums and the first man to launch videos on MTV with Beat It. In this official documentary from the archives of ITN, we gain a unique insight into the man who was both recluse and brilliant global showman. With archive footage showing the highs and lows of his career, his relationships with Elizabeth Taylor, Princess Di, Lisa Marie Presley and a host of of memories, this programme is a celebration of a superstar who shaped modern music for a generation.
 
This documentary of Michael Jackson's life features:

The Jackson Five child star who charmed the world, constantly living under pressure from his demanding father.
 
The Thriller Years when he could do no wrong. How he created a 60 million selling album that is still the biggest seller of all time.
 
How Jacko Went Ex centric. How genius talent gave way to eccentricity that saw him befriending Bubbles his chimp, sleeping in an oxygen tent, changing his appearance and creating a Neverland hideaway.
 
The Final Curtain - culminating in what is sure to be an emotional funeral with exclusive footage from ITN and Fox America of the funeral. How did it all end so abruptly just as he was set to stage the come back of all time in front of 750,000 UK fans?
 
 "The whole extraordinary story brought together...essential viewing for all Jacko fans."

With contributions from Janet Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Quincy Jones, Paul Gambaccini, Diana Ross and Martha Reeves, History: The King of Pop has a running time of over 80 minutes, and is a unique documentary of a superstar who brought his special blend of magic and mystery to fans all over the world.

Picture Format:	16:9 Anamorphic
Colour Mode:	Colour
Audio Content:	Dolby Digital Stereo
Region Code:	All
Duration:	Approx 80 Mins