NETFLIX UPDATE: Netflix Finally Announces Release of Long-Awaited Robert Plant Documentary Titled “Stairway to the Soul” coming up on…
After years of speculation, rumors, and mounting anticipation from music lovers across the globe, Netflix has officially announced the release of the long-awaited documentary on legendary rock icon Robert Plant. The documentary, titled “Stairway to the Soul”, is set to premiere exclusively on the streaming platform on June 21, 2025, marking a monumental moment in music history and documentary filmmaking.
Directed by acclaimed British filmmaker Asif Kapadia, best known for his award-winning work on Amy and Senna, “Stairway to the Soul” offers a deeply personal and introspective look at the life and artistry of the former Led Zeppelin frontman. Far from a conventional rock documentary, this film promises to explore the emotional, spiritual, and musical journey of Robert Plant, tracing his transformation from a young blues enthusiast in the English Midlands to one of the most iconic and enduring figures in rock history.
According to Netflix, the documentary will feature never-before-seen footage from Plant’s early life, the peak years of Led Zeppelin, and his post-Zeppelin solo career. It also includes candid interviews with Plant himself, rare personal archives, behind-the-scenes recordings, and commentary from family members, close friends, and longtime collaborators — including Jimmy Page, Alison Krauss, T Bone Burnett, and others.
“Robert Plant has always been more than just a voice of a generation,” said Kapadia in a statement. “This film is a meditation on artistic identity, resilience, and the restless pursuit of truth through music.”
“Stairway to the Soul” delves into key chapters of Plant’s life: his childhood in West Bromwich, the meteoric rise and intense pressures of Led Zeppelin fame, the personal loss of his son Karac in 1977, and his reinvention as a solo artist deeply rooted in world music, folk, and Americana. Special attention is given to his groundbreaking collaboration with bluegrass singer Alison Krauss, which earned him a Grammy for Album of the Year in 2009.
In an official statement released by Netflix, Plant shared his thoughts about the film: “I’ve always believed music is a journey — not a destination. This documentary is an attempt to trace the roads I’ve walked, both light and dark, to get to where I am today.”
Netflix has revealed that the film will feature newly uncovered and restored footage from the band’s iconic 1975 U.S. tour, previously believed to be lost, giving fans a rare glimpse into the raw energy and mystique of Zeppelin’s golden era.
This release marks yet another milestone for Netflix as it continues to expand its impressive catalog of music documentaries. Following critical successes such as Miss Americana, The Beatles: Get Back, and Jeen-Yuhs, “Stairway to the Soul” solidifies Netflix’s commitment to telling the stories of influential artists in compelling and emotionally resonant ways.
With its global premiere set for the summer solstice, “Stairway to the Soul” is more than a documentary — it’s a cinematic tribute to a man whose voice, lyrics, and spirit have shaped the soundscape of generations.
Fans and music historians alike can mark their calendars. Robert Plant’s story is finally being told — and it arrives on June 21, 2025, only on Netflix.
