Netflix to Release Documentary on Legendary Band Tears for Fears

Netflix has announced the upcoming release of a new music documentary chronicling the rise, influence, and enduring legacy of the British pop-rock band Tears for Fears. The project, which is slated for global release later this year, promises to offer fans and music historians an intimate and comprehensive look into the band’s storied journey from their early days in the 1980s to their present-day resurgence.

Best known for global hits such as Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Shout, and Mad World, Tears for Fears—founded by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith—achieved international acclaim with their groundbreaking sound and emotionally resonant lyrics. The upcoming Netflix documentary will explore the creative tensions and personal challenges that shaped their music, including archival footage, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights.

According to Netflix, the film will also delve into the cultural and political context in which the band rose to fame, highlighting how their work spoke to a generation grappling with global change. The documentary is expected to feature commentary from fellow artists, producers, and music critics who have been influenced by the band’s legacy.

This marks Netflix’s latest addition to its growing slate of music-centered documentaries, following acclaimed titles on artists such as Taylor Swift, Travis Scott, and Kanye West. For fans of Tears for Fears and music lovers alike, the documentary is anticipated to be a heartfelt tribute to a band that helped define the soundscape of the ’80s and beyond.

A release date has not yet been confirmed, but Netflix has indicated it will debut on the platform before the end of the year.