The Cure have officially revealed details of their upcoming concert film, “The Show of a Lost World,” which captures the legendary band’s full live performance of their 2024 album Songs of a Lost World.
The highly anticipated film will screen exclusively in cinemas worldwide on December 11, for a limited theatrical run, with tickets going on sale on November 20.
Directed by Nick Wickham, the British filmmaker behind major concert films for Madonna and Shakira, the project documents a milestone night for the gothic icons — the intimate album launch at London’s Troxy nightclub, where The Cure performed Songs of a Lost World in its entirety for the first and only time.
Described as a “recut, remixed and 4K remastered film of that night’s full 31-song show,” the concert has been meticulously reworked to include a new surround sound mix by Robert Smith, the band’s founding frontman and creative force.
Songs of a Lost World marked The Cure’s first studio album in 16 years, following 2008’s 4:13 Dream. The record was widely seen as a dark, emotional return to form, blending the band’s signature melancholy with sweeping soundscapes and introspective lyrics.
The concert film doesn’t just showcase the new album, but also includes a five-song segment celebrating the 45th anniversary of their 1980 classic Seventeen Seconds. The tribute section features early-era favourites such as “At Night,” “Secrets,” and “A Forest,” offering long-time fans a rare moment of nostalgia amid the newer material.
Of course, no Cure setlist would be complete without the timeless hits that have defined their career. The show includes performances of “Boys Don’t Cry,” “The Walk,” “A Night Like This,” “Disintegration,” “Fascination Street,” “Just Like Heaven,” and “Pictures of You,” among others — songs that continue to resonate across generations of fans.
Earlier this year, The Cure also released Mixes of a Lost World, a remix companion to the 2024 album, featuring collaborations with artists including Chino Moreno of Deftones, Paul Oakenfold, and Four Tet. The project gave a new electronic edge to the band’s latest material, further expanding their influence into modern music spaces.
Following the film’s release, the group are set to embark on a major run of live shows across the UK and Ireland next summer, alongside appearances at several high-profile festivals including Isle of Wight, Primavera Sound, Nova Rock, and Rock en Seine.
After its theatrical debut, The Show of a Lost World will be made available on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital download in late December, allowing fans to relive what’s already being hailed as one of The Cure’s most definitive performances in years.
Formed in Crawley, West Sussex in the late 1970s, The Cure emerged as one of the defining bands of the post-punk and gothic rock movements. Fronted by Robert Smith, whose distinctive voice, smeared red lipstick and teased black hair became instantly iconic, the band quickly built a reputation for their atmospheric sound and emotionally charged lyrics. Over the decades, The Cure have explored everything from stark minimalism to lush pop and dark romanticism, influencing generations of artists from Radiohead to The Smashing Pumpkins. Their ability to shift between brooding melancholy and euphoric melody has cemented their place as one of Britain’s most enduring and innovative bands.
Across their career, The Cure have sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated global following. Albums such as Disintegration (1989), Pornography (1982), and The Head on the Door (1985) are considered genre-defining works, while singles like “Just Like Heaven,” “Lovesong,” “Friday I’m in Love,” and “Boys Don’t Cry” remain staples of alternative music. The band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019, a recognition of both their creative legacy and lasting cultural impact. Now, over four decades into their career, The Cure continue to headline major festivals and inspire new generations — a rare feat for any band of their era.
