Thriller 40(2023)
The album that changed it all.
Thriller 40 Synopsis
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.
Thriller 40 (2023) is a documentary and music film directed by Nelson George, released on December 2, 2023 with a runtime of 1h 29m. It stars Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney and Usher. Viewers rate it 8.7 out of 10 across 122 ratings.
- Director:
- Nelson George
- Producers:
- Colin Hanks, Sean M. Stuart
- Cinematographer:
- Justin Kane
- Composer:
- Tyler Strickland
- Production:
- Company Name, Optimum Productions
- Status:
- Released
Thriller 40 (2023) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Thriller 40 before you stream it.
Thriller 40 Cast & Crew
Main 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
Matt Forger
as Self
Myles Frost
as Self
Deborah Nadoolman Landis
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Nelson George, produced by Colin Hanks and Sean M. Stuart.
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Thriller 40 Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.7/10 from 122 ratings.
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Thriller 40 – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Thriller 40 online?
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Thriller 40 (2023) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Thriller 40?
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The main cast of Thriller 40 (2023) includes Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney, Usher and Mary J. Blige. The film was directed by Nelson George. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Thriller 40 released?
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Thriller 40 was released on December 2, 2023 and runs for 1h 29m.
Is Thriller 40 worth watching?
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Thriller 40 (2023) holds an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 from 122 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Thriller 40?
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Yes. The official Thriller 40 trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.