Netflix has officially lifted the curtain on its highly anticipated music documentary centered around British rock icon YUNGBLUD. Titled simply YUNGBLUD, the feature-length documentary promises an unfiltered look into the life, rise, and raw energy of one of the most electrifying performers of his generation.
From sold-out stadiums and screaming fans to backstage chaos and soul-baring confessionals, YUNGBLUD offers fans a front-row seat to the emotional highs and crushing lows of fame. For those who’ve followed his meteoric rise from Doncaster misfit to global punk-rock powerhouse, this film promises both validation and revelation.
The documentary features never-before-seen footage spanning the early garage-band days to viral breakout moments and international acclaim. We’ll witness YUNGBLUD’s transformation — not just as a performer, but as a cultural force unafraid to challenge norms, defy genres, and speak unapologetically to his generation.
Produced in collaboration with Pulse Films and directed by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Asif Kapadia (Amy, Senna), the film captures YUNGBLUD’s chaotic brilliance with cinematic intensity. Raw interviews with family, fans, and fellow artists enrich the narrative, shedding light on the man behind the eyeliner and revolution.
“YUNGBLUD is more than a musician — he’s a movement,” Kapadia said in a recent press statement. “This isn’t just a story about fame. It’s about identity, mental health, love, rebellion, and what it means to truly connect through music.”
In a teaser clip released by Netflix, we see YUNGBLUD pacing before a show, muttering, “They don’t want perfection. They want truth.” That quote feels central to the film’s tone: gritty, vulnerable, and drenched in truth. The clip cuts to roaring crowds, backstage breakdowns, and a tender moment with his mum.
Fans can expect an immersive dive into pivotal milestones — his emotional Glastonbury set, confrontations with press and critics, heartfelt fan interactions, and the creative chaos behind albums like 21st Century Liability and Weird!.
The documentary is set to premiere globally on Netflix on 1st August 2025, just ahead of YUNGBLUD’s rumored new album rollout. The date positions it as a summer streaming centerpiece, bound to attract music lovers, pop culture enthusiasts, and documentary buffs alike.
Beyond the music, YUNGBLUD highlights personal struggles — from navigating fame at a young age to dealing with the pressures of representation and mental health. It confronts the emotional weight of becoming a generational voice for outcasts, queers, and misfits everywhere.
Netflix is also rolling out an accompanying behind-the-scenes mini-series on YouTube, giving fans even more access to candid conversations and extended footage not featured in the main film. Exclusive merch drops and virtual fan Q&A sessions are also scheduled leading up to the release.
With its bold storytelling and powerful subject, YUNGBLUD is set to be one of the most talked-about music documentaries of the year. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering his music, the film promises to leave a lasting impact — loud, honest, and impossible to ignore.
