JIM MORRISON, OF THE DOORS, C. 1970
Netflix has announced a new original documentary that dives deep into the wild, poetic, and mysterious life of Jim Morrison, the legendary frontman of The Doors. Titled “The Lizard King: The Untamed Life of Jim Morrison,” the film is set to premiere in Spring 2026, offering fans and music historians an intimate look at the man who redefined what it meant to be a rock star.
More than just a rock documentary, this film promises to be an emotional and philosophical journey through Morrison’s artistic rebellion, fueled by fame, drugs, poetry, and a fascination with death. From his time at UCLA Film School to becoming the leather-clad symbol of 1960s counterculture, Morrison’s life was as radical as his music.
Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Asif Kapadia (Amy, Senna), the documentary blends never-before-seen archival footage, handwritten lyrics, and rare interviews with surviving bandmates, family members, and cultural icons. The film also incorporates dramatic narration of Morrison’s poetry, voiced by a well-known Hollywood actor (still under wraps).
The Lizard King” will explore Morrison’s dual identity — the intellectual poet drawn to symbolism and chaos, and the unpredictable frontman who set stages on fire, sometimes literally. Interviews delve into his love-hate relationship with fame, his clashes with authority, and his obsession with the metaphysical.
Crucially, the film won’t shy away from Morrison’s darker edges: his struggles with addiction, brushes with the law, and his tragic death in Paris at age 27, which remains surrounded by myths. Netflix teases a fresh perspective on those final days, piecing together accounts from people who were closest to him at the time.
With modern music legends citing him as an influence, Morrison’s legacy remains larger than life. This documentary seeks to pull back the curtain — not just on the legend, but on the human being behind the sunglasses and mystique.
“The Lizard King: The Untamed Life of Jim Morrison” premieres globally on Netflix in April 2026, accompanied by a curated Doors playlist and a companion podcast
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