Five-time Academy Award nominee and Irving G. Thalberg winner Frank Marshall directs
Apple Original Films has unveiled plans for a landmark documentary on Fleetwood Mac, the legendary band whose music and story have captivated audiences for over five decades. This fully authorized project is directed by five-time Academy Award nominee and Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award honoree Frank Marshall (The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart, The Beach Boys: Making Waves). For the first time, Fleetwood Mac will share their incredible journey entirely in their own words.
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“I am fascinated by how this incredible story of enormous musical achievement came about,” Marshall shared. “Fleetwood Mac managed to weave their often chaotic and operatic personal lives into their music in real time, creating a legend that endures. This will be a film about the music and the people who created it.”
A Story of Musical Alchemy and Enduring Legacy
The documentary will offer an unprecedented look into Fleetwood Mac’s storied career, beginning with the fortuitous 1974 meeting of Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks. Spanning over 50 years, the film will delve into their groundbreaking albums, record-breaking tours, and timeless songs. It will include never-before-seen footage, exclusive new interviews, and archival material, including tributes to the late Christine McVie.
Nicholas Ferrall, producer and head of White Horse Pictures, described the project as a deep dive into the magic behind Fleetwood Mac. “Fleetwood Mac are a musical phenomenon, their alchemy almost beyond comprehension,” he said. “This film will explore the talents of each member and the extraordinary chemistry that led to music which has touched millions around the world.”
With over 220 million records sold, Fleetwood Mac’s legacy is marked by songs that continue to resonate. The documentary will explore how their personal resilience and musical dexterity allowed them to navigate internal and external pressures, creating masterpieces that stand the test of time.
A Team of Visionary Creators
Frank Marshall leads production through The Kennedy/Marshall Company, alongside White Horse Pictures’ Nicholas Ferrall (The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years) and Jeanne Elfant Festa (The Apollo). Additional producers include Aly Parker (The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart), executive producers Cassidy Hartmann and Tony Rosenthal, and writer/executive producer Mark Monroe of Diamond Docs.
Part of Apple’s Award-Winning Documentary Slate
The untitled Fleetwood Mac film joins Apple’s prestigious lineup of original documentaries, which includes the Emmy-winning STILL: A Michael J. Fox Movie, the Emmy-nominated Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, and upcoming films such as a feature on Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton.
This new documentary promises to be a definitive exploration of Fleetwood Mac’s enduring magic, offering fans and newcomers alike a chance to experience the highs and lows of one of music’s most iconic bands.
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