SimilarScreen
Man on the Run

Man on the Run

20267.82h 7m

Overview

Paul McCartney forms new band Wings after Beatles breakup. Archival home footage shows his life with Linda, who influenced his music. The film follows Wings from formation through the 1970s, during which McCartney wrote hit songs.

Directed by Morgan Neville
Produced by Morgan Neville, Chloe Simmons, Meghan Walsh
0

Top Cast

Paul McCartney

Paul McCartney

Self

Linda McCartney

Linda McCartney

Self (archive footage)

Denny Laine

Denny Laine

Self (archive footage)

Denny Seiwell

Denny Seiwell

Self (archive footage)

Henry McCullough

Henry McCullough

Self (archive footage)

Jimmy McCulloch

Jimmy McCulloch

Self (archive footage)

John Lennon

John Lennon

Self (archive footage)

George Harrison

George Harrison

Self (archive footage)

Ringo Starr

Ringo Starr

Self (archive footage)

Mick Jagger

Mick Jagger

Self (voice)

Themes & Keywords

musicianarchive footagemusic recordingcult music bandportrait of an artistmusic documentaryquest for identitylife and careerbehind the musicfamous songmusic bandformer musician

About Man on the Run

Man on the Run is a documentary, music film released in 2026 exploring themes of musician, archive footage, music recording, cult music band, portrait of an artist, music documentary. Directed by Morgan Neville, it stars Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Denny Laine. Paul McCartney forms new band Wings after Beatles breakup. Archival home footage shows his life with Linda, who influenced his music. The film follows Wings from formation through the 1970s, during which McCartney wrote hit songs.

Movies Similar to Man on the Run

Discover titles like Man on the Run — ranked by similarity and community votes

We found 15 movies similar to Man on the Run

If you enjoyed Man on the Run, you'll love these handpicked recommendations. Each title below shares similar themes, tone, and storytelling style. Our algorithm analyzes genres, keywords, director filmography, and cast connections to find the closest matches. Whether you're looking for the same emotional depth, narrative structure, or visual style, these picks are curated to deliver the best viewing experience for fans of Man on the Run.

TINA
38% Match

TINA(2021)

Movie7.7/10

Tina Turner overcame impossible odds to become one of the first female Black artists to reach a mainstream international audience. Her road to superstardom is an undeniable story of triumph over adversity. It’s the ultimate story of survival – and an inspirational story of our times.

Elton John: Never Too Late
36% Match

Sir Elton John looks back on his life and the astonishing early days of his 50-year career in this emotionally charged, full-circle journey. As he prepares for his final concert in North America at Dodger Stadium, Elton takes us back in time and recounts his struggles with adversity, abuse, and addiction, and how he overcame them to become the icon he is today.

Let's Get Lost
34% Match

Documentary about jazz great Chet Baker that intercuts footage from the 1950s, when he was part of West Coast Cool, and from his last years. We see the young Baker, he of the beautiful face, in California and in Italy, where he appeared in at least one movie and at least one jail cell (for drug possession). And, we see the aged Baker, detached, indifferent, his face a ruin. Includes interviews with his children and ex-wife, women companions, and musicians.

Imagine: John Lennon
32% Match

The biography of former Beatle, John Lennon—narrated by Lennon himself—with extensive material from Yoko Ono's personal collection, previously unseen footage from Lennon's private archives, and interviews with David Bowie, his first wife Cynthia, second wife Yoko Ono and sons Julian and Sean.

Music by John Williams
32% Match

His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians, and others he has inspired, complete with rare behind-the-scenes looks at the making of movie history.

a-ha: The Movie
32% Match

When "Take On Me" reached nr 1 on Billboard in the US in 1985, the dream came true. Or did it? The band was not prepared for what the success could bring, including tension between the three band members.

This Is It
30% Match

This Is It(2009)

Movie7.2/10

A compilation of interviews, rehearsals and backstage footage of Michael Jackson as he prepared for his series of sold-out shows in London.

Beatles '64
29% Match

Featuring never-before-seen footage of the band and the legions of young fans who helped fuel their ascendance, follow McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison and Starr as they land in New York City in February 1964 and solidify their status as the biggest band in the world.

Coldplay: A Head Full of Dreams
29% Match

An in-depth and intimate portrait of Coldplay's spectacular rise from the backrooms of Camden pubs to selling out stadiums across the planet. At the heart of the story is the band's unshakeable brotherhood which has endured through many highs and lows.

WHAM!
28% Match

WHAM!(2023)

Movie7.4/10

Through archival interviews and footage, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley relive the arc of their Wham! career, from 70s best buds to 80s pop icons.

Foo Fighters: Back and Forth
28% Match

FOO FIGHTERS BACK AND FORTH chronicles the 16 year history of the Foo Fighters: from the band's very first songs created as cassette demos Dave Grohl recorded during his tenure as Nirvana's drummer, through its ascent to their Grammy-winning, multi-platinum, arena and stadium headlining status as one of the biggest rock bands on the planet.