Scary Movie 6 Uses Michael Jackson Parody Poster
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- Scary Movie 6 released a new poster that parodies the “Michael” biopic’s promotional material, featuring a Ghostface‑inspired killer dressed as Michael Jackson with taglines “Prepare to Hee‑Hee” and “Touching Fans Everywhere,” the latter referencing Jackson’s child‑abuse allegations.
- Michael biopic, debuting Friday from Lionsgate Films, will not address the abuse allegations despite the controversy surrounding Jackson.
- Antoine Fuqua, director of the “Michael” biopic, told New York Magazine that he is not convinced Jackson committed the alleged crimes, even though five accusers have come forward and Jackson publicly discussed sharing his bed with boys.
- Marlon Wayans returns as a writer, producer, and actor for Scary Movie 6, bringing back his character Shorty Meeks alongside his brother Shawn Wayans, who also returns as Ray Wilkins.
- Kenan Thompson appears in a short teaser trailer released on April 22, playing a clumsy version of Michael Jackson.
- Paramount Pictures will distribute Scary Movie 6 to theaters on June 5.
Why it matters: The parody poster gives Scary Movie 6 a headline‑grabbing hook that leverages Michael Jackson’s abuse controversy, likely boosting its box‑office buzz, while the Michael biopic, which avoids the allegations, may be eclipsed by the comedy’s provocative marketing and could divert media focus from the serious drama to the parody.
