Has anyone watched the new Paul McCartney documentary, Man On The Run?

[highplainsdem]

It's apparently free on Prime Video.

Review from Classic Rock magazine:

https://www.loudersound.com/bands-artists/documentary/paul-mccartney-wings-man-on-the-run-documentary-review

“Stripped of Beatles myth, it reveals an artist rebuilding confidence during the post-60s cultural hangover”: The “moving” Paul McCartney documentary that shows the failures between the triumphs
Paul McCartney: Man On The Run spotlights the trials and triumphs of the post-Beatles 70s

By Julian Marszalek ( Classic Rock ) published 26 February 2026


So how well do you really know Paul McCartney? Beatle Paul, sure – one of the four lads who changed the world, right? But what happened next? Man On The Run picks up the story where the Fabs’ tale ends, following McCartney’s scramble to shake off the weight of history and build something new. The film traces his return from post-Beatles inertia and depression to the rise and quiet demise of Wings, the band he formed with wife Linda and ex-Moody Blues man Denny Laine.

What emerges is a vivid study of reinvention. Stuffed with home movies, unseen footage, live performances and fresh voice-over interviews with McCartney and former bandmates, plus archive commentary from Linda and the recently deceased Laine, the film captures the mix of domestic chaos and creative obsession that defined the era.

Retreating to his Scottish farm, whisky as comfort, McCartney set about starting a band from scratch. Wings were meant to be equals, but the presence of a Beatle ensured a revolving cast of members before McCartney finally went solo.

Crucially, it re-frames Wings not as a footnote or an indulgence, but as a necessary proving ground where McCartney failed publicly, learned quickly and rediscovered the joy of recording and performing.

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[Traildogbob]

1. I loved it.

[The Roux Comes First]

2. A Friend Was Quite Smitten, Too

I have not yet seen it, but plan to, on that endorsement.

I was pleased that it apparently does not dwell on the "Yoko broke us up" meme so popular with the press at the time.

[highplainsdem]

5. Just finished watching it. I think you'll love it.

[walkingman]

3. I thought it was great!! A love story.

[highplainsdem]

6. Two love stories, really. Paul's love for Linda (and their family), and his love of music.

[highplainsdem]

4. Thanks for the replies! I'm less than 20 minutes into watching it, and I'm loving it. Love what he's

saying about writing.

[msongs]

7. let us know when it is on youtube for free nt