Iron Maiden have officially announced their feature-length documentary IRON MAIDEN: BURNING AMBITION, set for a worldwide theatrical release from May 7, 2026.
The film is directed by Malcolm Venville and produced by Dominic Freeman. It promises unprecedented access to official band archives and presents a cinematic exploration of five decades of Iron Maiden’s legacy.
Tickets go on sale March 18, 2026, and screenings can be found via the official website: https://www.ironmaidenfilm.com/
Band members including Steve Harris, Bruce Dickinson, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith and Janick Gers appear in the documentary alongside longtime manager Rod Smallwood. Additional contributors include Javier Bardem, Lars Ulrich and Chuck D, discussing the band’s cultural and musical impact.
The official synopsis frames the film as a deep dive into one of music’s most iconic journeys, focusing on the band’s uncompromising vision and enduring global fan connection.
