Michael Jackson: The Trial is a four-part Channel 4 documentary series, revisiting the pop star’s infamous 2005 criminal trial in Los Angeles.

The series combines archival footage, previously unseen material and unheard audio recordings of Jackson with new interviews from key figures connected to the case, including prosecutors, former associates and individuals who have never spoken publicly before.

Beyond chronicling the courtroom drama, the documentary also explores the media circus, global attention and wider themes of race, fame and the American justice system, bringing fresh context to one of entertainment’s most controversial legal battles, blending historical perspective with contemporary commentary.

The design direction draws directly from the turbulence of the trial itself, inviting viewers to question whether the surrounding crowd stands in support or condemnation. The title treatment evokes the feel of reportage from the era, placing you inside the charged atmosphere of the courtroom, the glare of sunny Los Angeles, and the chaotic sprawl of case files at the centre of the storm.