Documentary · United States of America · 1988 · 53m

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

Director

Patrick T. Kelly

Cast

Michael Jackson as Self

Crew

Simon Maxwell — Editor Steve Tempia — Editor Roy wolfe — Editor Allan Beauman — Editor Patrick T. Kelly — Producer

Tagline

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

Synopsis

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.

Key Collaborators

Patrick T. Kelly Director Simon Maxwell Editor Steve Tempia Editor Roy wolfe Editor Allan Beauman Editor Patrick T. Kelly Producer

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