Paul McCartney Documentary Spotlights Wings Era

New film "Paul McCartney: Man On The Run" offers fresh perspective on musician's post-Beatles career

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A new documentary, "Paul McCartney: Man On The Run", directed by Morgan Neville, is offering a fresh perspective on the often-overlooked period of Paul McCartney's career following the breakup of The Beatles and the formation of Wings. Released in select cinemas on February 19th and arriving on Amazon Prime Video on February 27th, 2026, the film explores the challenge McCartney faced in establishing himself after being part of the world's biggest band.

Why it matters

The documentary highlights the challenge McCartney faced in establishing himself after being part of the world's biggest band. As the director points out, McCartney's success in the 1970s is often overshadowed by his Beatles history, and this narrative resonates with a growing appreciation for the complexities of artistic evolution and the pressures faced by artists transitioning from established groups to solo careers.

The details

The accompanying 12-song soundtrack, featuring both remastered Wings tracks and previously unreleased material, underscores this renewed focus on the Wings era. This is part of a broader trend in the music industry, with artists increasingly recognizing the value of their archives, not just as historical records, but as potential sources of new content and revenue.

  • The documentary is released in select cinemas on February 19th, 2026.
  • The documentary will be available on Amazon Prime Video from February 27th, 2026.

The players

Paul McCartney

A legendary British musician who rose to fame as a member of the iconic band The Beatles and later formed the band Wings.

Morgan Neville

The director of the documentary "Paul McCartney: Man On The Run".

Mick Jagger

A British musician and the lead singer of the Rolling Stones, who is featured in interviews in the documentary.

Chrissie Hynde

A British musician and the lead singer of the band The Pretenders, who is featured in interviews in the documentary.

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What they’re saying

“The documentary highlights the challenge McCartney faced in establishing himself after being part of the world's biggest band.”

— Morgan Neville, Director

What’s next

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibition dedicated to Paul McCartney and Wings, opening in May, will further showcase the renewed focus on the musician's post-Beatles career.

The takeaway

This documentary and the accompanying soundtrack signify a growing trend in the music industry of re-evaluating and celebrating the legacies of iconic artists beyond their most famous work, providing fans with a deeper appreciation for the creative journeys of their favorite musicians.