Justin Timberlake's film career begins

Justin Timberlake took a break from his music career in 2008 after the success of his duet "4 Minutes" with Madonna and shifted focus to film. He was cast as Sean Parker, co-founder of Napster and first president of Facebook, in The Social Network, a film directed by David Fincher.

Success in film industry

The Social Network, released in 2010, earned $225 million worldwide and was well-received by critics. Timberlake's performance in the film helped establish him as a credible actor in the film industry.

Collaborations with notable directors

Timberlake later worked with directors Joel and Ethan Coen on Inside Llewyn Davis (2013) and with Woody Allen on Wonder Wheel (2017). He took a three-year break from film before preparing for a return with a new project.

Upcoming documentary series

According to an article published by Variety on November 2, 2026, Timberlake will be the subject of a four-episode documentary series set to air on Apple TV in December 2026. The series, directed by Fisher Stevens, will cover his career and revisit the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show incident.

Controversial Super Bowl moment

During the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show, Timberlake and Janet Jackson performed "Rock Your Body." At the end of the chorus, Timberlake tore Jackson's costume, briefly revealing her breast. The moment became one of the most controversial in live television history.

Documentary includes new perspectives

The documentary will also feature testimony from Michael Jackson's younger sister. Timberlake has been relatively quiet since ending his Forget Tomorrow world tour, which promoted his 2024 album Everything I Thought It Was. However, he made a surprise appearance at Jay-Z's concert in Paris in early September.