It feels like it’s 1988 around here with the thrill of new promotions from George Michael: The Faith Tour. Fans have been treated to two surprises: the official release of the live audio of “Father Figure” and a newly issued video clip from the Paris 1988 rushes.
A Rare Video Clip from the Rushes: “Father Figure”
The newly released video clip offers the raw footage from the original 35mm rushes, unseen for decades. Considering how polished the video appears on the trailer, the video clip exhibits the rough condition of the original footage.
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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.
Opening with “Finding Faith”
The film begins with Finding Faith, a short directed by Mary McCartney, featuring unheard interview audio, unseen Herb Ritts photography, and behind‑the‑scenes footage from the Faith music video. This prelude sets the emotional tone for the concert experience, grounding the film in George’s voice and creative vision.
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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 movie theaters. George Michael: The Faith Tour is officially slated to open in theaters on Friday, December 11, 2026, in the U.S. The film is 1 hour and 53 minutes long. A promo for the Faith Tour concert film premiered before the Wham! 10 Days in China documentary on July 28, 2026, in the U.S. See here for the article on the UK and Ireland date.
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.
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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Nearly four decades after George Michael’s Faith Tour defined an era of pop performance, his landmark 1988 concert is poised for a global cinematic revival. The newly restored film, George Michael: The Faith Tour, has been acquired for worldwide distribution through a major partnership between Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street’s Crosswalk division, signaling one of the most ambitious music‑film releases of 2026.
A Global Partnership Built on Legacy
Under the deal, Universal Pictures Content Group will oversee international distribution, while Bleecker Street handles North American theatrical release through its event‑cinema arm, Crosswalk.
Executives from both companies describe the project as a milestone in music‑film distribution. According to Variety, Helen Parker, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Universal Pictures Content Group, called George’s performance “a magnetic force of charisma and connection with the audience.” Kent Sanderson, CEO of Bleecker Street, emphasized that the Faith Tour represents George “at the height of his creative and cultural power.”
Restoration Meets Modern Exhibition
The concert film, originally captured on 35mm film with 14 cameras, has undergone a meticulous restoration led by George Michael Entertainment, Mercury Studios, and Globe Originals. The remastering process revives the original cinematic texture while adapting it for premium theatrical formats, including IMAX early‑access screenings in select cities.
Opening with “Finding Faith”
The film begins with Finding Faith, a short directed by Mary McCartney, featuring unheard interview audio, unseen Herb Ritts photography, and behind‑the‑scenes footage from the Faith music video. This prelude sets the emotional tone for the concert experience, grounding the film in George’s voice and creative vision.
A Coordinated Global Rollout
The worldwide release will coincide with the launch of “The Faith Tour” live album, produced by Sony Music Entertainment and George Michael Entertainment. The album features 18 remastered tracks from George’s solo and Wham! catalog, creating a unified campaign across film, music, and digital platforms.
Preserving a Cultural Icon
For longtime fans, the film is a long‑awaited restoration of one of George Michael’s most defining live moments. For new audiences, it’s an introduction to an artist whose influence continues to shape pop, soul, and performance art worldwide.
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George Michael’s Faith “Rockers Revenge” leather jacket
The 2026 auction season delivered one of the most significant surges in George Michael memorabilia interest in recent years. Items spanning the Faith era, Wham!’s early touring years, and George’s later 25 Live period drew passionate bidding, record‑setting prices, and a renewed appreciation for the artistry, style, and cultural impact George carried through every phase of his career.
Below is a full breakdown of the confirmed hammer prices — a snapshot of a market that continues to grow, deepen, and reveal just how cherished George Michael remains.
The Crown Jewel: The Photo‑Matched “Faith” La Rocka Leather Jacket
Sold for £176,400 (21 bids)
Few garments in pop history are as instantly recognizable as George Michael’s black La Rocka leather jacket — the one he wore in the Faith music video and throughout the 1988 tour. This wasn’t just a jacket; it was the visual signature of an era.
The 2026 sale of the photo‑matched, screen‑verified jacket became the headline of the auction, soaring to £176,400 after 21 competitive bids. Its value reflects not only its rarity but its cultural weight: this is the jacket that helped define George’s transformation into a global solo icon.
For collectors, this piece represents the conceptual DNA of the Faith aesthetic: bold, rebellious, and unmistakably George.
George Michael & Andrew Ridgeley–Signed Club Fantastic Tour Programme
Sold for £1,260
Wham!’s early touring years remain deeply nostalgic for fans, and signed items from this period are increasingly scarce.
The autographed Club Fantastic tour programme, signed by both George and Andrew, achieved £1,260, underscoring the enduring affection for the duo’s early energy and camaraderie.
Chris Cuffaro’s photography has become synonymous with the Faith era’s visual legacy.
This limited edition 1988 print, part of the Rockarchive collection, sold for £819, reflecting the growing collector demand for authenticated, artist‑approved photographic works from George’s most iconic period.
Selling for £6,930, it stands as one of the strongest results for post‑2000 stage‑worn George Michael fashion — a testament to the tour’s emotional resonance and George’s enduring style.
Rockarchive Artist’s Proofs: Faith Music Video & Tour Prints (Chris Cuffaro)
Artist’s proofs are especially prized for their rarity and direct connection to the photographer’s creative process.
“Careless Whisper” First Cut Vinyl + Negatives & Photographic Prints
Sold for £2,835
One of the most historically significant lots, this set included:
a six‑minute first cut vinyl of “Careless Whisper,”
nine strips of original negatives, and
four photographic prints.
Selling for £2,835, the lot offered a rare glimpse into George’s early solo artistry and the visual documentation surrounding one of the most enduring ballads of the 1980s.
A Market That Reflects a Legacy
The 2026 auction results reveal a clear trend: George Michael’s cultural impact is not only enduring — it is deepening.
From the record‑setting sale of the Faith jacket to the strong performance of photographic and tour‑worn items, collectors are increasingly valuing pieces that:
tell a story,
connect directly to George’s creative evolution, and
capture the emotional resonance of his music and image.
For longtime fans and new collectors alike, these sales reaffirm what the world has always known: George Michael’s artistry continues to inspire, captivate, and live on — not just in music, but in the objects and images that shaped his legacy.
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