Iron Maiden trailer drops
Iron Maiden released the first trailer for Burning Ambition, their 50th‑anniversary documentary, and tickets are already on sale for theatrical screenings. The film promises deep archival access covering five decades of the band’s history — a must‑see for fans of music documentaries. (knac.com) (999thebuzz.com)
Director Malcolm Venville is credited as the film’s director and Dominic Freeman is listed as producer. (ironmaiden.com) The documentary is scheduled to open in cinemas worldwide on May 7, 2026, with a limited North American run handled by Trafalgar Releasing and international theatrical plans through Universal Pictures. (ironmaidenfilm.com) Tickets for the theatrical engagement went on sale March 18, 2026. (ironmaiden.com) Featured on-camera contributors named in promotional materials include Javier Bardem, Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich, Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello, Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian and Public Enemy’s Chuck D. (billboard.com) The film’s key artwork was created by Alberto “Akirant” Quirantes and prominently depicts the band alongside their mascot Eddie. (mnprmagazine.com) Promotional descriptions and listings note the documentary contains all‑new animated sequences of Eddie and offers unprecedented access to Iron Maiden’s official archives, featuring interviews with current and past members such as Steve Harris, Dave Murray, Adrian Smith, Nicko McBrain and Janick Gers. (themoviedb.org)
