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- DirectorAmanda MicheliSam WrenchStarsJennifer LopezBen AffleckAdam BlackstoneGlobal superstar Jennifer Lopez reflects on her multifaceted career and the pressure of life in the spotlight in this intimate documentary.June 24,2022
- DirectorFrancis WhatelyStarsDabney ColemanMac DavisDavid DotsonIn this documentary, the life, career and music of Dolly Parton are reflected in interviews with friends and companions and the artist herself, interlaced with clips of Parton's performances.March 21,2022
- DirectorLeslie WoodheadStarsElla FitzgeraldNorma MillerRay Brown Jr.The times and life of the unique Ella Fitzgerald.March 28,2022
- DirectorStanley NelsonStarsMiles DavisThe life story of the legendary musician Miles Davis.Feb 20,2022
- DirectorChris PerkelStarsClive DavisSimon CowellJimmy IovineA look at the life and work of music producer, Clive Davis.March 29,2022
- StarsGarth BrooksTrisha YearwoodA look at the life and career of Garth Brooks and his wife Trisha Yearwood.July 2020
- StarsDolly PartonSarah ShahiKathleen Turner8 of singer/songwriter Dolly Parton's most famous songs are brought to life in 8 different episodes.Jan.2020
- DirectorAlan HicksRashida JonesStarsQuincy JonesRashida JonesKareem Abdul-JabbarAn intimate look into the life of icon Quincy Jones. A unique force in music and popular culture for 70 years, Jones has transcended racial and cultural boundaries; his story is inextricably woven into the fabric of America.March 28,2022
- DirectorKelly DuaneStarsSam CookeQuincy JonesSmokey RobinsonAn investigation into the circumstances and controversy surrounding Sam Cooke's murder.March 31,2022
- DirectorReginald HudlinStarsClarence AvantHank AaronGwen AdolphFollows the life of Clarence Avant, the ultimate, uncensored mentor and behind-the-scenes rainmaker in music, film, TV and politics.April 1,2022
- DirectorChristopher BirdSimon LuptonStarsFreddie MercuryQueenRami MalekA documentary chronicling Queen and Lambert's incredible journey since they first shared the stage together on "American Idol" in 2009.April 12,2022
- DirectorKenny OrtegaStarsMichael JacksonAlex AlAlexandra ApjarovaA compilation of interviews, rehearsals, and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.April 21,2022
- DirectorThom ZimnyStarsSteve AllenAnn-MargretChet AtkinsElvis Presley's evolution as a musician and a man.April 24,2022
- DirectorMichael EpsteinStarsJohn LennonDiana RobertsonRay ConnollyFilm telling the untold story of John Lennon's 1971 album Imagine, exploring the creative collaboration between Lennon and Yoko Ono and featuring interviews and never-seen-before footage.April 25,2022
- DirectorMorgan NevilleStarsKeith RichardsAnthony DeCurtisSteve JordanA portrait of Keith Richards that takes us on a journey to discover the genesis of his sound as a songwriter, guitarist and performer.April 26,2022
- DirectorSam DunnStarsBilly GibbonsDusty HillFrank BeardThe story of how three oddball teenage bluesmen became one of the biggest, most beloved bands on the planet.April 27,2022
- DirectorChris MoukarbelStarsSandra AmadorMichael BeardenTony BennettThis documentary goes behind the scenes with pop provocateur Lady Gaga as she releases a bold new album and prepares for her Super Bowl halftime show.May 5,2022
- StarsLudwig GöranssonHozierT-PainUncover the real stories behind your favorite pop songs as this docuseries charts the impact of the festival scene, Auto-Tune, boy bands and more.May 9-28, 2022
- DirectorJoe BerlingerBruce SinofskyStarsJames HetfieldKirk HammettLars UlrichThe iconic metal band struggles for two years to create their album St. Anger, dealing with alcoholism, the loss of their bass player, and the challenge of working with a psychotherapist.May 29,2022
- 1985– 3h 28mNot Rated8.4 (12K)TV EpisodeDirectorMartin ScorseseStarsBob DylanB.J. RolfzenDick KangasA chronicle of Bob Dylan's strange evolution between 1961 and 1966 from folk singer to protest singer to "voice of a generation" to rock star.June 1,2022
- DirectorLiz GarbusStarsNina SimoneLisa Simone KellyRoger NupieA documentary about the life and legend Nina Simone, an American singer, pianist, and civil rights activist labeled the "High Priestess of Soul."June 3,2022
- DirectorKief DavidsonStarsBob MarleyArnold BertramCindy BreakspeareThe violent political suppression of the roots reggae movement in Jamaica told through an investigation into Jamaican politics and the CIA's involvement in the mysterious shooting of Bob Marley.June 3.2022
- DirectorMartin ScorseseStarsBob DylanAllen GinsbergPatti SmithIn an alchemic mix of fact and fantasy, Martin Scorsese looks back at Bob Dylan's 1975 Rolling Thunder Revue tour and a country ripe for reinvention.June 4,2022
- DirectorSara DosaBarbara KoppleStarsJohnny CashRichard NixonAram BakshianConcerned by a rising rock-n-roll influence on a growing liberal fanbase, President Nixon invited Johnny Cash to the White House to solidify his base in the traditionally more conservative genre of country music. What Cash did instead was subversive and surprised everyone.June 7,2022
- DirectorBrian OakesStarsTerry Harmonica BeanRory BlockYvonne ChireauA look at the short, mysterious life of blues legend, Robert Johnson, who was said to have made a deal with the Devil at a crossroads in rural Mississippi.June 8,2022
- DirectorBrian OakesStarsJam Master JayDJ HurricaneRahman DukesRun DMC's Jam Master Jay was shot and killed in a Jamaica, Queens recording studio in 2002. Despite six witnesses present at the murder, no one has ever been convicted.June 8,2022
- DirectorSam CullmanStarsRian MalanSolomon LindaDelphi LindaSouth African journalist Rian Malan searches for the original writers of the legendary song "The Lion Sleeps Tonight."June 9,2022
- DirectorStuart SenderStarsStephen TraversBertie AhernAlan BrecknellIn 1974, while on the way home from a gig, the apolitical rock group, The Miami Showband, fell into the crosshairs of a Protestant unionist paramilitary group that planted explosives on their bus when it was stopped at a fake checkpoint.June 9,2022
- DirectorMike FleissStarsJohn Perry BarlowChuck BerryNeal CassadyA documentary that explores Bob Weirs life, through the Grateful Dead, Ratdog, and his childhood.June 29,2022
- DirectorNick BroomfieldStarsNick BroomfieldLeonard CohenMarianne IhlenAn in-depth look at the relationship between the late musician Leonard Cohen and his Norwegian muse Marianne Ihlen.
- DirectorKasper CollinStarsLee MorganHelen MorganWayne ShorterAn exploration of the relationship between jazz trumpeter Lee Morgan and his common-law wife Helen, who was implicated in his murder in 1972.
- An intimate docuseries that explores the life and career of France's rock icon through archival film and interviews.August 3,2022
- DirectorJoss CrowleyStarsShania TwainKelsea BalleriniMarc BouwerFrom Nashville newcomer to international icon, singer Shania Twain transcends genres across borders amid triumphs and setbacks in this documentary.August 4,2022
- StarsAnanda LewisHeather Eason LiposkyColin SpeirWoodstock 1969 promised peace and music, but its '99 revival delivered days of rage, riots and real harm. Why did it go so horribly wrong?
- DirectorBob SmeatonStarsJeff BridgesCreedence Clearwater RevivalStu CookFollow the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival concert as well as unreleased material from the band.
- DirectorKevin MacdonaldStarsBob MarleyZiggy MarleyRita MarleyA documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley.
- DirectorStephen KijakStarsLynyrd SkynyrdRonnie Van ZantGary RossingtonThis authorized documentary will explore the music and backstory of the legendary American band. With the songs from the first six Skynyrd albums driving the narration, the film focuses on the story of frontman Ronnie Van Zant - his upbringing, his roots, his work ethic and his contradictory persona as both as a mythic Southern rock poet and notorious boozed-up brawler, as well as the relationships between his friends and fellow founding members Gary Rossington and Allen Collins, along with later bandmates Ed King and Artimus Pyle.
- DirectorMiriam LyonsStarsMike CooperMick RockPaul GambacciniThis is the story of one of the worlds greatest rock bands of all time, known for their constant record breaking, sell out tours, chart-topping records and eternal worldwide success. 20 years after the death of frontman Freddie Mercury, the band still remain immensley popular. Queen's album sales have topped 300 million sales worldwide and their Westend stage show is shown in almost 20 cities accross the globe. Formed in 1971, Queen embarked on their journey to fame in the UK with their first two albums Queen (1973) and Queen II (1974). But it wasn't until the release of Sheer Heart Attack (1974) and A Night at the Opera (featuring Bohemian Rhapsody) in 1975, that they went to achieve global success. By the late 1970's Queen had gone on to release 'We Will Rock You' and 'We Are the Champions', two of the greatest Rock anthems to be released which cemented their status as one of the worlds greatest rock bands. This is the story of one of the most iconic rock bands in the world, from the very beginning through to the sad demise of Freddie Mercury in 1991. Through classic archive footage and some of their greatest hits and interviews with Brian May and the likes of Paul Gambaccini, their incredible and unique story is told. This is the story of Queen.
- DirectorJordan HillStarsShirley BasseyGerry ConwayPaul GambacciniRenowned as one of the greatest performers of the 20th century Freddie Mercury pushed the boundaries of art and music as he lead his band Queen to international stardom.
- DirectorElio EspanaStarsThomas ArnoldLindsey BuckinghamKen CaillatFeaturing rare footage, archive and interviews, this documentary takes a look at one of the most iconic figures in rock n roll, the story of Stevie Nicks. The ups, downs, and personal sacrifices she has made for her musical career. She has been responsible for composing some of the most joyful and celebrated songs ever written.
- DirectorCyril van den HemelStarsLindsey BuckinghamMick FleetwoodPeter GreenFleetwood Mac are one of the most famous British-American rock bands of all time and with hits such as Go Your Own Way and Dreams they are firmly placed in the halls of rock history. This is their story. Formed in London in 1967 when Peter Green left John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers the band released several studio albums between 1967 and 1974 but it wasn't until 1975 when Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks joined that they hit success with the eponymous Fleetwood Mac . The album reached Number 1 in the USA and sold over 5 million records. Following the success of Fleetwood Mac came the band's 1977 album, Rumours, which was written about the emotional turmoil they were experiencing at the time. It fast became the best-selling album of the year receiving critical acclaim and going on to sell 40 million copies worldwide making it ones of the biggest selling albums of all time. This in depth programme uses archive footage and interviews with Mick Fleetwood and Christie McVie to follow the band through the highs and lows throughout their amazing career. It also features music footage of some of the bands greatest tracks including Albatross, Don't Stop, Rhiannon, The Chain, Tusk, Gypsy, Big Love, Dreams, You Make Loving Fun, Need Your Love So Bad and Everywhere. Fleetwood Mac are without doubt one of the all time greatest bands and this is their incredible story.
- DirectorSuzanne Joe KaiStarsBen Fong TorresRay ManzarekJohn BurksThe documentary about Ben's life is an epic sweep through the world of rock and roll. The American-born son of Chinese immigrants, Ben grew up in Chinatown with only a radio to the outside world.
- DirectorSusan LacyStarsDavid GeffenIrving AzoffJackson BrowneDavid Geffen's far-reaching influence - as agent, manager, record industry mogul, Hollywood and Broadway producer, and philanthropist - has helped shape American popular culture for the past four decades. Notoriously press and camera-shy, Geffen reveals himself for the first time.
- DirectorChris SmithStarsBananaramaBonoDavid BowieThrough archival interviews and footage, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley relive the arc of their Wham career, from '70s best buds to '80s pop icons.
- DirectorBao NguyenStarsLionel RichieHarriet SternbergWendy ReesOn January 28th 1985, dozens of the era's most popular musicians gathered in Los Angeles to record a charity single for African famine relief. Setting egos aside, they collaborated on a song that would make history.