Which casting director worked on Michael (2026 film)?

Kimberly Hardin was the casting director for Michael (2026 film).

Casting began in January 2023, when Jaafar Jackson was announced for the title role. Hardin was identified as the film’s casting director as the production assembled performers for Michael, his family, music executives, attorneys, and other real-life figures.

The casting process continued into 2024. Juliano Krue Valdi was selected as young Michael, Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Miles Teller as John Branca, and Laura Harrier as Suzanne de Passe.

Hardin’s role differs from the work of the other production designers named in the credits. Barbara Ling was the production designer, while Marci Rodgers handled costumes. Victoria Thomas is associated with casting on the film’s crew listings, but Hardin is specifically identified with the casting process that began in 2023.