The documentary Leaving Neverland, which features accusations against Michael Jackson, is currently inaccessible to viewers in the United States.

Legal Restrictions in the US

Originally released by HBO in 2019, Leaving Neverland was removed from the streaming platform in 2024 following a legal battle with the Jackson estate. The estate argued the film violated a nondisparagement clause from a 1992 contract.

Since the lawsuit concluded in 2024, the two-part documentary has not been added to any other US-based streaming service.

Accessing the Documentary via Netflix Japan

American viewers can still access Leaving Neverland through Netflix Japan. This is possible because streaming rights are determined by region.

Using a VPN

To access Netflix Japan, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is required. A VPN allows users to mask their location and appear to be browsing from another country, bypassing geographical restrictions.

Netflix Japan was able to secure streaming rights for the documentary within Japan, allowing it to be available to viewers in that region. Netflix in the US cannot stream the documentary as it does not possess the necessary rights.

About 'Leaving Neverland'

The documentary centers on the experiences of Wade Robson and James Safechuck, who share their accounts of alleged abuse by Michael Jackson during their childhoods and the lasting impact it has had on their lives. The film presents the perspectives of the accusers, drawing renewed attention to the allegations against the singer.