If you did not have a chance to see Becoming Led Zeppelin in theaters, you are in luck! You will now have the chance to see the film from the comfort of your home, as the film is coming to Netflix on Saturday, June 7! The official synopsis of the film is that it will explore the origins of this iconic group and their meteoric rise in just one year, against all odds.
Becoming Led Zeppelin is Coming to Netflix
Led Zeppelin formed in 1968, and over their 12-year career, they released eight studio albums. The band was quick to become one of the best-selling music acts in history, with classics like Led Zeppelin IV, Physical Graffiti, and Houses of the Holy. The band made the difficult decision to call it quits in 1980 after the tragic passing of drummer John Bonham; instead of continuing without him. Their final album, Coda, came out in 1982 and included previously unreleased songs and live recordings, serving as a poignant epilogue to their monumental legacy.
Earning a crisp 95% on Rotten Tomatoes from audiences, 83% from critics, and grossing $12.8 million worldwide, Becoming Led Zeppelin includes exclusive interviews with Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones, conducted by directors Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGrourty. Plus, never-before-seen footage and audio of drummer John Bonham provide fans with a rare glimpse of the late musician before his tragic death.
This particular project is extra special because it is the first film profile that was supported by the surviving members, which is why it took so long to happen. Jimmy Page has been quoted as explaining that any previous attempts to bring this together did not capture the essence of the band until he met MacMahon and McGourty. He expressed his gratitude for the way they put the film together and how it was so in line with the way he thought it should happen, as well as stating, “…I am so thrilled to be here now that they manifested exactly what they said they would do.”
Final Thoughts
Whether you are a lifelong fan or discovering Led Zeppelin for the first time, Becoming Led Zeppelin promises an intimate and electrifying journey through the band’s origins and their ascent to rock immortality. It is a true front-row seat to music history, so do not miss your chance to experience it when it drops on Netflix this Saturday, June 7!
