New Documentary To Explore 'Killing Michael Jackson'

A new documentary titled "Killing Michael Jackson" will explore the events surrounding the death of pop star Michael Jackson.

Matt Graff, managing director of Zig Zag Productions, said of the project, "We are delighted that this documentary has been picked up in territories across the world. This film focuses on the intriguing circumstances surrounding Michael Jackson’s death giving audiences a fascinating insight into the final moments of the pop star's life and the criminal process that lead to the arrest and conviction of Dr. Conrad Murray."

The rights to "Killing Michael Jackson" were picked up by Discovery Networks International. The hour-long feature will show the three U.S. detectives, Orlando Martinez, Dan Myers, and Scott Smith, who were part of the original investigation into the King of Pop's death in 2009, according to The Hollywood Reporter, as they reveal the intricate detail of their investigation.

The documentary will also delve into Jackson's relationship with Doctor Conrad Murray, who was jailed for the involuntary manslaughter of the singer. THR reports that "Killing Michael Jackson" will "reveal in exhaustive detail the minutes running up to Jackson’s death, his actual death and the immediate aftermath through the eyes of the detectives and eyewitnesses who have never told their story on TV."

There are currently no reports about the documentary being picked up in the United States. This comes after there was much controversy surrounding the late singer after HBO released "Leaving Neverland" earlier this year. So much so that Variety reports, fans protested its release outside British broadcaster Channel 4's headquarters in March ahead of its release.

"Leaving Neverland" focused on Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who allege that they were sexually abused as children by Jackson. Since it's release, Twitter had people divided on its validity and some radio stations even stopped playing Jackson's music.

"Killing Michael Jackson" will air on Discovery's international channels including the UK, Germany, Italy, and the Nordics. A release date has not yet been announced.