Michael Jackson Made the 80s

From Thriller to Bad, Michael Jackson shaped the sound, style and spectacle of the 1980s. Discover how his music helped define a decade.

Michael Jackson’s songs were everywhere in the 1980s, but his influence went far beyond the charts. Michael Jackson Made the 80s explores the albums, performances and music videos that turned him into a global pop icon.

Blending pop, funk and soul with a bold visual style, Jackson changed what audiences expected from a music video and helped bring new artists and sounds to a wider audience. This documentary looks back at the creativity that made his work such a defining part of the decade.

Release Year: 2025

Runtime: 45 minutes

Rating: PG-13

Cast:

 Michael Jackson, Eddie Garcia, Khareme Lambie, Marc Schaffel