George Michael - Actor Profile

George Michael

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 25, 1963
Birth Place: East Finchley, North London, England, UK

About George Michael

George Michael (born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou; 25 June 1963 – 25 December 2016) was an English singer and songwriter. He is considered one of the most significant cultural icons of the MTV generation and is one of the best-selling musicians of all time, with sales of over 120 million records worldwide. Michael was known as a leading creative force in music production, songwriting, vocal performance, and visual presentation. He achieved seven number-one songs on the UK Singles Chart and eight number-one songs on the US Billboard Hot 100. Michael won numerous music awards, including two Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards, three American Music Awards, twelve Billboard Music Awards, and four MTV Video Music Awards. In 2015, he was ranked 45th in Billboard's list of the "Greatest Hot 100 Artists of All Time". The Radio Academy named him the most played artist on British radio during the period 1984–2004. Description above from the Wikipedia article George Michael, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of George Michael reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Music

The majority of George Michael's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 54% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), George Michael remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wham! in China: Foreign Skies, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best George Michael Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from George Michael's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of George Michael.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Wham!: Last Christmas Unwrapped Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2024 The Making of Do They Know It's Christmas? Self Super Hit Similar →
2023 WHAM! Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2023 George Michael at the BBC Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2023 Heartbreakers at the BBC Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2022 Fame Kills: George Michael Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2022 George Michael: Freedom Uncut Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2022 George Michael: Portrait of an Artist Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2022 Freddie Mercury: The Final Act Self (archive footage) Hit Similar →
2021 Parkinson at 50 Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2021 МУЗ КЛИПЫ 80х Self - singer (archive footage) Average Similar →
2020 МУЗ КЛИПЫ 80х Self - singer (archive footage) Average Similar →
2019 George Michael: Got to Have Faith Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2019 The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story Self (archive footage) (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
2019 George Michael: Easy to Pretend - Flop Similar →
2018 The Double Life of George Michael Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2017 Sound It Out: The Untitled LGBTQIA Music Documentary Self Flop Similar →
2017 George Michael: Freedom Self Hit Similar →
2017 The Last Days of George Michael Self (archive footage) Super Hit Similar →
2016 Freedom : La Story de George Michael Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2014 George Michael: Live at The Palais Garnier Opera House in Paris Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 London 2012 Olympic Closing Ceremony: A Symphony of British Music Self Hit Similar →
2009 George Michael: Live in London Self Super Hit Similar →
2009 George Michael - Live In London Bonus Tracks Self Flop Similar →
2009 George Michael : Live In London Documentary—I'd Know Him a Mile Off! Self Flop Similar →
2006 George Michael - Twenty Five Self Hit Similar →
2005 Live 8 Self Hit Similar →
2004 George Michael: A Different Story Self Average Similar →
2004 Live Aid Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Top of the Pops: 40th Anniversary 1964 - 2004 Self (archive footage) Average Similar →
2004 Live Eighties Self Flop Similar →
2004 Larry presents: Best of The 80s Self Flop Similar →
2003 Prachtig 80: Volume 1 Self Flop Similar →
2003 101 Most Shocking Moments in Entertainment Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
1999 George Michael Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best of George Michael Self Super Hit Similar →
1999 Here, There and Everywhere: A Concert for Linda Self Flop Similar →
1999 Geri Self Average Similar →
1992 Metallica: A Year and a Half in the Life of Metallica Self Super Hit Similar →
1992 The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert Self Super Hit Similar →
1991 Two Rooms: A Tribute to Elton John & Bernie Taupin Self - Guest Average Similar →
1991 MTV's 10th Anniversary Special Self Flop Similar →
1991 George Michael: Rock in Rio II Self Super Hit Similar →
1990 George Michael The Southbank Show 1990 - Flop Similar →
1989 Decade Self Hit Similar →
1988 George Michael - Faith Self Hit Similar →
1988 The Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Concert Self Super Hit Similar →
1986 Wham! in China: Foreign Skies Self Super Hit Similar →
1986 All Star Concert Self Flop Similar →
1985 Live Aid Self Super Hit Similar →
N/A Wham! - The final - Flop Similar →

George Michael - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of George Michael?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring George Michael is "Wham! in China: Foreign Skies" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has George Michael acted in?

George Michael has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by George Michael?

Other notable films include "Parkinson at 50", "The Nelson Mandela 70th Birthday Concert", and "Live Aid".