George Michael's Faith Tour Returns
George Michael's 'Faith Tour' Concert Film with Unseen Footage and Live Album Set for 2026 Global Release
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Opening Mary McCartney short film by Mary McCartney will accompany the release, with connections to her projects 'If These Walls Could Sing' and 'Mary McCartney Serves It Up!'.
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There is a discrepancy in reporting the archival footage's origin: some outlets attribute it to the 1987 Faith Tour, while others cite the 1988 Paris-Bercy European leg.
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Helen Parker (EVP, Universal Pictures Content Group) underscores the film's impact, describing George Michael's performance as electrifying with an enduring connection to the audience.
A never-before-seen concert film of George Michael is heading to theaters worldwide in late 2026. AOL reports that Bleecker Street's Crosswalk has secured North American rights and Universal Pictures Content Group has locked in international rights to George Michael: The Faith Tour — a cinematic event built from archival 35mm footage shot over two nights in Paris in 1988.
The film will screen in premium formats globally, with exclusive IMAX early screenings planned in the United States. It marks one of the most significant archival releases tied to Michael, who died in 2016, giving fans a rare chance to see him perform live on the big screen.
14 Cameras Captured Two Historic Nights in Paris
The footage comes from the European leg of Michael's landmark Faith Tour. Mix 98.7 reports it was shot over two nights at Paris-Bercy in 1988 using a 14-camera 35mm setup. That level of production was rare for the era. The result is cinema-quality footage that has sat unseen for nearly four decades.
Directors Andy Morahan and David Austin shaped the raw footage into a full theatrical experience. The film opens with a short piece called Finding Faith. It features Michael's own voiceover and behind-the-scenes images shot by photographer Herb Ritts. The combination sets up the concert as something personal, not just a performance.
An 18-Track Live Album Will Drop Alongside the Film
The release goes beyond the screen. 106.5 The Arch reports that an 18-track live album of previously unreleased performances will accompany the film. The album spans Michael's full catalog, pulling from his Wham! years and his solo career. None of the tracks have been released before.
The project is produced by George Michael Entertainment and Globe Originals, in partnership with Mercury Studios. That combination of film and music gives the release a scope beyond a typical concert documentary. It is positioned as a full cultural event.
Helen Parker Says Michael's Stage Presence Still Electrifies
Helen Parker, EVP at Universal Pictures Content Group, negotiated the international deal alongside Avy Eschenasy for Bleecker Street. Parker did not hold back in her praise. She described Michael's performance as "electrifying" and pointed to his enduring connection with audiences as a key reason the film demands a wide release.
Parker's words reflect a broader industry bet that Michael's fanbase — spanning multiple generations — will turn out for a premium theatrical event. The IMAX early screenings in the US are designed to build buzz before the wider global rollout in late 2026.
Mary McCartney Short Film Will Open the Feature
The concert film will not open cold. A short film directed by Mary McCartney will precede the main feature. McCartney is known for her documentary work, including If These Walls Could Sing, her film about Abbey Road Studios. Her involvement adds another layer of cinematic credibility to the project.
One note of caution: some outlets describe the footage as coming from the 1987 Faith Tour, while others cite the 1988 Paris-Bercy European leg. Yahoo and AOL both place the filming firmly in 1988 Paris. The discrepancy appears to reflect the tour's long run rather than a factual error about the Paris dates.
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