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5 legendary bands that are long overdue for a biopic

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Over the past few years, numerous prominent musicians and groups have had their lives portrayed in movies known as biographical dramas or biopics.

As a music enthusiast, I’ve been captivated by how biopics, such as “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Rocket Man,” have reigned supreme in the music world. They’ve added fuel to the fire, generating even more excitement around some of the industry’s most iconic figures like Elton John and Freddie Mercury. Now, I can hardly wait for the upcoming film about Bruce Springsteen, which promises to continue this trend!

Every time a new biographical movie hits the screens, there’s usually a buzz about which famous personalities or musical acts could be next in line for their own story to be brought to life on screen. Here are five bands that seem ripe for a biopic in the coming years.

Top five bands that deserve a biopic

No. 5 – Metallica

Though the story of Metallica has been partially depicted in the 2004 drama documentary Some Kind of Monster, this film merely presents a glimpse into the band’s extensive past. Spanning over four decades, Metallica has faced numerous challenges to reach their current success, such as the death of bassist Cliff Burton, departures of Dave Mustaine, Ron McGovney, and Jason Newsted, and the tumultuous Napster incident during the dawn of the digital era.

By putting together these challenges alongside the band’s lasting achievement and renown, an intriguing tale unfolds about one of the world’s most legendary musical acts.

No. 4 – Judas Priest

The extensive history of Judas Priest is rich with many interesting tales. Following a series of strong albums in the 70s, they truly made their mark in 1980 when they released British Steel, featuring the chart-topping tracks “Breaking the Law” and “Living After Midnight.

By the 1990s, the band’s tale grew increasingly intriguing as they faced a high-profile subliminal message trial that grabbed global headlines and experienced the exit of their longtime frontman, Rob Halford, in 1991.

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A year following that concert, Rob Halford decided to leave the band due to internal conflicts, and Tim “Ripper” Owens took his place. At the time, Ripper was singing in a Judas Priest tribute band. This change occurred in 1996, five years after Halford had taken a break from the band. During this hiatus, Halford started several new ventures, such as Fight and his own solo band. In 1998, he publicly announced that he was gay in an interview with MTV, making him the first metal singer to come out. This bold move paved the way for future musicians to openly express their sexuality.

More than two decades have passed, and now Halford has rejoined the band once again. They’re running smoothly, maintaining the momentum of an illustrious career that continues to define them as the Metal Legends they are.

No. 3 – Black Sabbath

It’s official that Ozzy Osbourne, the lead singer of Black Sabbath, will star in a biopic about his life. Given their significant impact on music history, it’s long past time for a movie chronicling the band’s career. Formed in Birmingham back in 1968, Black Sabbath are known as pioneers who created the heavy metal genre, and they have inspired countless artists over the past half-century.

A Black Sabbath biopic presents a rich tapestry of narratives, ranging from the phenomenal success of Ozzy Osbourne and Ronnie James Dio periods, to the less commercially triumphant phases with Ian Gillan, Tony Martin, and others leading the band. As their touring career has ended, now seems an opportune moment to share this story on the silver screen, while all four members are still alive.

No. 2 – AC/DC

AC/DC embodies the wisdom “if something’s working well, don’t change it.” With over five decades of existence and seventeen studio albums under their belt, AC/DC has maintained a consistent sound that has proven to be highly successful, earning them recognition as one of the most influential and renowned hard rock bands ever.

Much like many other bands on this list before them, AC/DC also faced their share of hardships, with one of their biggest setbacks being the death of their iconic lead singer Bon Scott in 1980. Scott had played a pivotal role in catapulting the band to success during the 1970s. In response to this loss, the band recruited Brian Johnson as their new lead vocalist and released the groundbreaking album Back in Black, which is often regarded as one of the greatest comeback albums in music history. Since then, AC/DC has continued its reign over the rock world and remains a powerful force to this day.

No. 1 – Fleetwood Mac

Watching a biopic about Fleetwood Mac is not to be missed on television. From their simple origins in the 60s to their rise to stardom with Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham in the 70s, and the tumultuous events that unfolded among some of the band members throughout the years, this is indeed a tale worth sharing.

In Fleetwood Mac, there was always plenty of conflict and tension among the band members, particularly Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks. They were romantically involved in the ’70s, but even after their breakup, they remained in the band together. Interestingly, this romantic split seemed to fuel their creative processes, resulting in songs like “Go Your Own Way” and “Silver Springs,” where the bitterness and emotions from their personal life were clearly reflected.

Now that the band has made their debut on social media and continues to enjoy unparalleled popularity, it’s an opportune moment to share their captivating tale with a multitude of enthusiasts, ranging from the young to the elderly.

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2025-07-25 13:00

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