Music legend Paul McCartney‘s post-Beatles journey receives thorough documentary treatment in the upcoming film “Man on the Run,” directed by Academy Award winner Morgan Neville and set to premiere at the Telluride Film Festival in August 2025.
The documentary, chronicling McCartney’s creative rebirth following the iconic band’s breakup, has been acquired by Amazon MGM Studios for worldwide theatrical distribution and subsequent streaming on Prime Video starting February 25, 2026.
The film offers an unprecedented look at McCartney’s navigation through professional uncertainty after The Beatles dissolved, focusing particularly on the formation and rise of his band Wings during the 1970s.
Viewers will gain access to previously unseen home footage showcasing Paul’s personal life with Linda McCartney, whose influence on both his music and emotional recovery features prominently throughout the narrative. The documentary aims to define a new decade of music through McCartney’s influential contributions. Key Wings’ hits and career milestones provide the soundtrack to this intimate portrait of artistic resilience.
Amazon MGM’s acquisition represents a considerable investment in music documentary content, positioning “Man on the Run” for release across 240+ countries and territories.
The documentary forms part of a multi-year collaboration between McCartney, Universal Music Group, and Amazon, which includes additional projects aimed at amplifying McCartney’s post-Beatles legacy through various media platforms. This partnership will deliver exclusive merchandise drops alongside the film to further engage fans with McCartney’s iconic brand.
A companion book, “Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run,” will hit shelves on November 4, 2025, strategically timed to build anticipation for the film’s February release.
The coordinated launch exemplifies Amazon’s thorough approach to maximizing audience engagement across multiple formats.
Industry experts anticipate the documentary will greatly impact public understanding of McCartney’s career evolution while potentially boosting interest in Wings’ catalog. The promotional strategy includes social media advertising to target both longtime fans and younger audiences discovering McCartney’s work for the first time.
The film explores how McCartney pioneered diverse income streams by successfully transitioning from band member to solo artist through live performances, merchandising, and innovative distribution methods.
Produced by teams from Tremolo, MPL, and Polygram Entertainment, the film leverages McCartney’s cultural significance while offering substantive historical context.
The marketing strategy includes the prestigious Telluride premiere to generate critical acclaim, followed by Amazon’s global distribution network to provide maximum accessibility for viewers worldwide.
Exclusive music drops and merchandise offerings will complement the release, creating multiple touchpoints for both casual viewers and dedicated fans.
