biopic

noun

bio·​pic ˈbī-(ˌ)ō-ˌpik 

: a biographical movie

Examples of biopic in a Sentence

We watched a biopic about Beethoven.

Recent Examples on the Web

Jaafar Jackson will reprise his role as Michael Jackson in the Michael biopic sequel in the works at Lionsgate and the late singer’s estate. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

The biopic rocked the box office this summer, surpassing $1 billion in global ticket sales. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026

The partnership also foregrounds the upcoming Beatles biopic, The Beatles — A Four Film Cinematic Event, set to open in 2028. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026

The new biopic takes viewers back to the chef’s formative years, originally depicted in Bourdain’s memoir Kitchen Confidential. — Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

bi- entry 2 + pic entry 1

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above