Netflix has officially announced a brand-new documentary series celebrating one of rock’s most influential figures, Ray Manzarek — the legendary keyboardist and co-founder of The Doors. The project, titled “The Man Behind The Doors: Signature Sound,” is set to premiere worldwide on December 20, 2025, and fans of classic rock are already buzzing with excitement. This is Netflix’s latest dive into the golden era of music, and this time, it focuses on the man whose organ riffs defined a generation.
According to Netflix’s statement, the documentary series will explore how Manzarek’s unique sound became the spiritual backbone of The Doors. From haunting melodies in “Riders on the Storm” to the psychedelic brilliance of “Light My Fire,” the film aims to peel back the layers of mystery surrounding his creative genius. The show promises never-before-seen footage, interviews with surviving band members, and a journey into the heart of 1960s Los Angeles — where counterculture and musical revolution collided.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker David Fincher Jr., the series reportedly took two years to produce, with extensive research and contributions from music historians, producers, and close friends of the late musician. Fincher Jr. described the documentary as “a visual poem for the soul of rock and roll,” noting that it’s not just about The Doors, but about the man who helped invent a new kind of sound that blended jazz, classical, and acid rock into one unforgettable mix.
The trailer, which dropped exclusively on Netflix’s official YouTube channel, opens with a slow pan over Venice Beach, California — the birthplace of The Doors. A soft organ note begins
