Michael Jackson biopic ends before his most controversial chapter: What happened next

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! "Michael" was a blockbuster with a carefully drawn line.The film, a global box-office hit, ends with Michael Jackson’s 1988 "Bad" Tour performance at Wembley Stadium and does not cover later controversies in his life.The big-budget film, which faced production mishaps, brought in $97 million in the U.S. and $120.4 million overseas. The $217.4 million global opening shattered the record for a music biopic debut. However, critics slammed the film for glossing over some of the less convenient aspects of Jackson’s life. It scored 38% on Rotten Tomatoes, but audiences were far more enthusiastic. "Michael" earned an "A-" CinemaScore.As audiences flocked to theaters, here’s what happened after the curtain fell.LIFE OF MICHAEL JACKSON: THE 'KING OF POP' FROM HIS START WITH JACKSON 5, MASSIVE SOLO HITS, HIS SCANDALS Michael Jackson performs during the "Bad" tour at Madison Square Garden in New York City on March 3, 1988. (Kevin Mazur/WireImage) Jaafar Jackson portrays Michael Jackson in the movie "Michael." (Lionsgate)1993 - First major allegationsThe allegations involving Jordan Chandler in 1993 marked a turning point in Michael Jackson’s life and public image. Chandler alleged instances of sexual abuse in interviews with police and psychiatrists.The case