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Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition
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Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition

2026-05-07 · 105 min · ★ 8.5

Documentary · Music

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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Directors
Malcolm Venville
Production companies
Universal Pictures Content Group
Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 2,547,000

Top Cast

Steve HarrisSteve HarrisSelf
Bruce DickinsonBruce DickinsonSelf
Nicko McBrainNicko McBrainSelf
Adrian SmithAdrian SmithSelf
Dave MurrayDave MurraySelf
Janick GersJanick GersSelf
Blaze BayleyBlaze BayleySelf
Rod SmallwoodSelf
Chuck DChuck DSelf
Simon GallupSimon GallupSelf
Scott IanScott IanSelf
Tom MorelloTom MorelloSelf
Javier BardemJavier BardemSelf
Gene SimmonsGene SimmonsSelf
Lars UlrichLars UlrichSelf

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