A new documentary film about Paul McCartney is coming out: what is known about the project “Man on the Run”
In early 2026, audiences around the world will see the premiere of a new documentary film about Paul McCartney, one of the key musicians of the 20th century and a co-founder of The Beatles. The film, titled “Paul McCartney: Man on the Run, ” focuses on a pivotal period in the artist’s life — the time immediately following the breakup of the legendary Liverpool quartet, when McCartney was forced to rebuild his creative and personal identity.
The film explores the beginning of the musician’s solo career in the 1970s and the formation of the band Wings, which Paul McCartney founded together with his wife Linda. This chapter long remained in the shadow of The Beatles’ history, yet it proved decisive for McCartney’s future path and his status as an independent figure in global music. The documentary shows the doubts, inner struggles and creative searches McCartney faced after the breakup of the most famous band in pop culture history.
The film is directed by Morgan Neville, an Academy Award, Emmy and Grammy winner known for his in-depth and research-driven music documentaries. The filmmakers gained access to previously unreleased archival materials, including home videos, rare photographs and Paul McCartney’s personal recollections. These elements create a more intimate and human portrait of the artist, far removed from the familiar image of a rock icon.
The world premiere of the film took place at the Telluride Film Festival, one of the most prestigious film events in the United States, where it was screened out of competition. After its festival debut, “Man on the Run” will receive a limited theatrical release, with special one-day screenings in various countries in February 2026. The documentary will then become available to a global audience on Prime Video.
The film’s narrative covers not only Paul McCartney’s musical achievements with Wings, but also his personal experiences related to the breakup of The Beatles, public pressure and the need to prove his artistic value outside the legendary band. The documentary features new interviews in which McCartney speaks openly about fear, mistakes, inspiration and the cost of creative freedom.
The release of “Paul McCartney: Man on the Run” fits naturally into the growing interest in the artist’s legacy, as McCartney in recent years has actively revisited his career. He previously released a book dedicated to the history of Wings, as well as several musical releases and archival collections. The new documentary becomes an important addition to this cultural context, offering a broader view of one of the most underestimated chapters of the musician’s biography.
The film is expected to attract not only fans of The Beatles and Paul McCartney, but also a wider audience interested in the history of rock music and the lives of artists who lived through major cultural shifts. “Man on the Run” is not merely a chronicle, but an attempt to show how a legend learned to start over.
