The gods of rock are back—this time, on screen. Netflix has officially confirmed the release of a brand-new docuseries chronicling the rise, chaos, and cultural legacy of Led Zeppelin. Titled “Stairway to Legacy”, the series will showcase never-before-seen footage, candid interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories that even die-hard fans may not know.
Created with the full cooperation of the band’s surviving members—Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, and John Paul Jones—the series also pays tribute to the late John Bonham, whose thunderous drumming helped define the group’s sound. Producers promise an “unfiltered, cinematic retelling” of Led Zeppelin’s journey from gritty London clubs to global superstardom.
What makes Stairway to Legacy different is its focus on humanizing the rock icons. From backstage breakdowns to moments of creative brilliance, viewers will witness the real dynamics behind one of the most mythologized bands in music history. Expect stories about how “Whole Lotta Love” came together in a spontaneous jam session—and how their infamous hotel antics sparked media storms.
The series also dives deep into the cultural shift Led Zeppelin helped trigger—how they fused blues, folk, and hard rock into a sound that shaped entire generations. Experts, contemporaries, and modern artists inspired by the band—like Jack White, Dave Grohl, and even Billie Eilish—contribute perspective on Zeppelin’s enduring impact.
One standout episode is entirely dedicated to John Bonham, lovingly compiled with rare home videos, voice recordings, and raw tour footage. His family members and bandmates open up about his genius, his struggles, and the brotherhood they shared.
Netflix plans to release the docuseries as a four-part weekly drop, each episode running 60–75 minutes. The visual style is said to blend archival tape, animated recreations, and high-energy concert edits that place the viewer inside the Zeppelin era. For fans of music documentaries like Get Back or Amy, this will be a must-watch.
To accompany the release, Netflix is organizing exclusive preview screenings and Q&A sessions in select cities including:
- London (Dec 8, 2025)
- Los Angeles (Dec 11, 2025)
- New York City (Dec 13, 2025)
- Berlin (Dec 15, 2025)
- Tokyo (Dec 17, 2025)
- Sydney (Dec 20, 2025)
Tickets for the preview events go live mid-November via Netflix Events. The global premiere of Stairway to Legacy is set for December 22, 2025, exclusively on Netflix.
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