NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World (1988)

A journey with Michael Jackson on his first solo world tour.

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This 53-minute television special follows Michael Jackson on the Bad Tour (1987–1988) across Europe, Asia (Japan, Hong Kong, China), Australia, and the United States. Mixing concert highlights, backstage footage, and interview clips, it offers an unfiltered look at the scale and atmosphere of Jackson’s first solo world tour. Originally aired on MTV in a straightforward cut, the NBC broadcast as part of Friday Night Videos included additional hosts and commentary.

Director: Patrick T. Kelly
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
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Cast

Editing: Simon Maxwell, Steve Tempia
Production: Optimum Productions, No Sleep Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Français, Italiano, 日本語, Español
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Patrick T. Kelly
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World about?
This 53-minute television special follows Michael Jackson on the Bad Tour (1987–1988) across Europe, Asia (Japan, Hong Kong, China), Australia, and the United States. Mixing concert highlights, backstage footage, and interview clips, it offers an unfiltered look at the scale and atmosphere of Jackson’s first solo world tour. Originally aired on MTV in a straightforward cut, the NBC broadcast as part of Friday Night Videos included additional hosts and commentary.
Who directed NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World?
NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World was directed by Patrick T. Kelly.
Who stars in NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World?
NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World stars Michael Jackson.
How long is NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World?
NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
What genre is NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World?
NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World is a Documentary film.
Where was NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World produced?
NBC Friday Night Videos Special, Michael Jackson: Around the World was produced in United States of America.