Nearly four decades after George Michael’s landmark Faith Tour electrified audiences, the long‑lost concert film capturing his 1988 Paris performances will finally reach cinemas. George Michael: The Faith Tour is officially slated to open in theaters on Friday, December 11, 2026. The film is 1 hour and 53 minutes long.
A Rediscovered Gem from the Height of the Faith Era
The film documents George Michael’s two sold‑out shows at the Palais Omnisports de Paris‑Bercy, filmed on May 30 and 31, 1988, during the European leg of his first solo headlining tour. Captured with 14 cameras on 35mm film, the footage has been restored and remastered.
Directed by George Michael’s longtime collaborators Andy Morahan and David Austin, the film showcases Michael at the peak of his creative and cultural power — delivering performances that defined an era and cemented his status as one of pop music’s most magnetic live artists.
Global Distribution and Premium Format Release
The worldwide rollout is being led by Universal Pictures Content Group (international territories) and Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk division (North America). In the U.S., the film will also receive exclusive early-access IMAX screenings, offering fans an immersive, large‑format experience of the restored concert.
Opening Short Film: Finding Faith
The theatrical release will be preceded by Finding Faith, a new short film directed by Mary McCartney. The short features:
- Unseen photographs of George Michael by Herb Ritts
- A previously unheard voice‑over interview with Michael
- Behind‑the‑scenes footage from the original Faith music video shoot
A New Live Album to Accompany the Film
Coinciding with the December 11 release, George Michael Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment will issue The Faith Tour — an 18‑track live album featuring previously unreleased recordings from both Wham! and Michael’s solo catalog. It offers fans a definitive audio counterpart to the restored concert film.
Why This Release Matters
For longtime fans, the film represents the return of a legendary performance once thought lost to time. For new audiences, it offers a rare front‑row seat to George Michael’s artistry at its most electrifying — a reminder of his enduring influence on pop music, performance, and culture.
With its December 11, 2026, theatrical debut, George Michael: The Faith Tour stands poised to become a celebration of George Michael’s legacy.
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