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Fremantle Secures Global Rights for Billy Idol Documentary

10/16/2025

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Fremantle has secured international distribution for Billy Idol's documentary after Tribeca and Sheffield Doc Fest.
Jonas Åkerlund directed the film, which uses archival footage and interviews with Idol, his family, and peers.
The film traces Idol's punk beginnings, MTV success, and struggles, including near-fatal overdose and a motorcycle accident.
Idol continues touring and collaborates with younger artists, reflecting on his career.
His latest album, Dream Into It, is currently available.

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Story summary

Fremantle has secured international distribution for Billy Idol's documentary after Tribeca and Sheffield Doc Fest.
Jonas Åkerlund directed the film, which uses archival footage and interviews with Idol, his family, and peers.
The film traces Idol's punk beginnings, MTV success, and struggles, including near-fatal overdose and a motorcycle accident.
Idol continues touring and collaborates with younger artists, reflecting on his career.
His latest album, Dream Into It, is currently available.