BREAKING: Netflix Just Announced a Huge Judas priest Documentary – ‘Born to Roar’ Is Coming Soon!Release date announced.
Netflix has announced a new documentary titled The Ballad of Judas Priest, set to be released in March 2025. This film will delve into the legendary heavy metal band’s over 50-year journey, offering an intimate and uncensored look at their rise to fame, cultural impact, and enduring legacy. Co-directed by filmmaker Sam Dunn and Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello in his directorial debut, the documentary promises to capture the essence of Judas Priest’s influence on music and culture .
The documentary will explore key moments in the band’s history, including their formation in Birmingham, England, in 1969, their pioneering contributions to heavy metal, and their role in shaping the genre’s sound and image. It will also address significant events such as the 1980s “subliminal messages” trial and frontman Rob Halford’s groundbreaking decision to come out as gay in the late 1990s, highlighting the band’s efforts to make metal more inclusive .
Featuring rare archival footage, interviews with band members both past and present, and commentary from fellow musicians and industry experts, The Ballad of Judas Priest aims to provide a comprehensive and personal portrait of the band. The documentary is expected to resonate with both long-time fans and newcomers to Judas Priest’s music, offering a deeper understanding of their impact on the heavy metal genre and beyond.
As anticipation builds for the documentary’s release, fans can look forward to an in-depth exploration of one of rock’s most influential bands.