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Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition

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With unprecedented access to the official archives and intimate recollections from the band, both current and past, IRON MAIDEN: BURNING AMBITION invites fans to experience one of the most iconic journeys in music history. Spanning five decades, this electrifying documentary charts the band's rise from the pubs of East London to the world's biggest stadiums. Featuring exclusive interviews with band members and contributors such as Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich and Chuck D, as well as all-new animated sequences of the band's legendary mascot, Eddie, the film offers a rare and intimate look at Iron Maiden's uncompromising vision and unwavering connection with their truly global army of fans.
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Audience Says

A loud, loving tribute to fifty years of Iron Maiden, their music documentary Burning Ambition is a grainy, nostalgia-dappled time capsule that has fans roaring, “Up the Irons!”

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Wendy Ide Observer (UK) May 11, 2026
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition is a movie for the fans alone. A ploddingly unremarkable documentary, it leans heavily on platitudes and soundbites, voiceover quotes from band members and carefully curated archive footage. Go to Full Review Jamie Graham Empire Magazine May 9, 2026
4/5
A high-energy doc that does a tidy job of spanning 50 action-packed years. We suggest you don’t run to the hills but your nearest cinema instead. Go to Full Review Ed Potton The Times (UK) May 8, 2026
3/5
There’s not much here to convert nonbelievers, but the affection is palpable. Go to Full Review André Didyme-Dôme Rolling Stone en Español Aug 20, 2026
The film doesn't try to justify Iron Maiden, but rather shows what it is: a band that turned epic themes into music and that, fifty years later, continues to operate under that same logic. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Kevin Harley Radio Times Jun 10, 2026
3/5
There isn't much room for critical or contextual analysis in what is, essentially, an unabashed celebration. Go to Full Review Mini Anthikad-Chhibber The Hindu Jun 9, 2026
The Iron Maiden story, told through fans, including a charming, invested Javier Bardem, captures both the thrill and the grind behind music that can get an arena moshing Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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wizardcow Oct 9, 2026 This movie and band rocks!! See more Jenn S. Sep 26, 2026 EXCELLENT MOVIE!!!! Iron Maiden always puts on great stage shows, Bruce Dickinson is an AMAZING singer, and the band has an AWESOME sound. This movie gave a good look at their performance and dedication. See more Mattie Aug 8, 2026 If you are a Maiden fan, you MUST see this movie! See more Samantha Aug 7, 2026 incredible film! Iron Man forever kicks ass!! Loved every minute of this documentary and seeing it on the big screen was such a thrill ride! See more Sarah R May 18, 2026 I thought it covered the timeline of events well See more Bruce May 14, 2026 Greatest Band Ever !! Documentary was great...nothing I didnt all ready know but very entertaining, great footage from the beginning to now. See more Read all reviews
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Malcolm Venville

Director

Steve Harris

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Bruce Dickinson

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Nicko McBrain

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Adrian Smith

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Dave Murray

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Synopsis With unprecedented access to the official archives and intimate recollections from the band, both current and past, IRON MAIDEN: BURNING AMBITION invites fans to experience one of the most iconic journeys in music history. Spanning five decades, this electrifying documentary charts the band's rise from the pubs of East London to the world's biggest stadiums. Featuring exclusive interviews with band members and contributors such as Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich and Chuck D, as well as all-new animated sequences of the band's legendary mascot, Eddie, the film offers a rare and intimate look at Iron Maiden's uncompromising vision and unwavering connection with their truly global army of fans.
Director
Malcolm Venville
Screenwriter
David Teague
Distributor
Trafalgar Releasing
Production Co
Universal Pictures Content Group
Genre
Documentary, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 7, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 46m
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