"Becoming Led Zeppelin" is an upcoming documentary directed by Bernard MacMahon, set to premiere exclusively in IMAX theaters on February 7, 2025, in the United States and Canada. European releases are scheduled for late February, with France, Belgium, and Luxembourg on the 26th, and the Netherlands on the 27th.
This film marks the first time the band has officially participated in a biographical documentary, offering an intimate look into their formation and rapid ascent in the music world. It features new interviews with surviving members Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, and John Paul Jones, as well as rare archival footage and a previously unheard interview with the late drummer John Bonham.Led Zeppelin, formed in 1968, quickly became one of the most influential rock bands in history, known for their innovative fusion of blues, rock, and folk music. Their iconic tracks, such as "Stairway to Heaven" and "Whole Lotta Love," have left an indelible mark on the music industry.
I maintain that the documentary's title is a little generic and unimaginative, and I don't know how much the fans will actually learn, since the stories are well)known... But the film's official sanctioning by the band and inclusion of new and archival interviews offer a fresh perspective. Whether "Becoming Led Zeppelin" will provide new insights or serve as a reverential tribute remains to be seen, but it undoubtedly presents an exciting opportunity for fans to experience the band's legacy on the big screen.
Check out the "Becoming Led Zeppelin" trailer in the YouTube player below:
