24 Minutes ago: Netflix Unveils New Era: It’s Time — The Definitive Documentary on U2 and JOSHUA THREE Legendary Journeys… Watch here
DUBLIN, IRELAND — In breaking entertainment news just 24 minutes ago, Netflix officially unveiled its latest music documentary masterpiece, “New Era: It’s Time — The U2 and Joshua Tree Legacy,” a stunning deep dive into the making, meaning, and lasting impact of one of the most iconic albums in rock history. The announcement has electrified fans worldwide, marking what many are calling the most definitive on-screen chronicle of U2’s legendary 1987 album, The Joshua Tree.
Directed by Academy Award–winning filmmaker Asif Kapadia — known for his acclaimed works Amy and Senna — the new documentary promises an intimate, emotionally charged look at the album that transformed U2 from Irish rockers into global superstars. The film will premiere exclusively on Netflix later this month, with early reviews from select screenings already calling it “a breathtaking tribute to the band that redefined modern rock.”
A Journey Through Sound, Faith, and Revolution
The Joshua Tree was more than an album; it was a cultural moment. Released in 1987, it catapulted U2 into superstardom with timeless tracks like “Where the Streets Have No Name,” “With or Without You,” and “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For.” The new Netflix documentary revisits that era through never-before-seen footage, newly recorded interviews, and digitally restored performance clips from the band’s original world tour.
In a powerful statement released alongside the trailer, Bono described the project as “a chance to look back at the album that changed everything — not just for us, but for an entire generation. The Joshua Tree was born out of confusion, faith, rebellion, and hope. This documentary captures all of that — and more.”
The film traces the roots of the album’s creation in Dublin’s Windmill Lane Studios, where the band — alongside producers Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois — crafted a sound that blended spiritual introspection with political urgency. It also delves into the social and cultural backdrop of the 1980s, from American idealism to Irish identity, exploring how those themes became intertwined with U2’s art.
Exclusive Footage and Raw Reflections
“New Era: It’s Time” features a treasure trove of unseen footage from the band’s archives — intimate jam sessions, handwritten lyric sheets, and raw behind-the-scenes moments from their landmark 1987 tour across the U.S. and Europe. For the first time, fans will also hear new commentary from all four band members reflecting on their journey nearly four decades later.
The Edge, speaking in a Netflix interview snippet, said: “We didn’t know The Joshua Tree would become part of rock history. We were just trying to find a sound that felt honest. Watching it all again now — the chaos, the discovery, the faith — it feels like we’re back in that moment.”
The documentary also revisits the band’s 2017 Joshua Tree 30th Anniversary Tour, capturing the emotional resonance of performing those same songs to a new generation of fans.
A Global Celebration for Fans
Netflix has confirmed that the premiere will include a special global fan event, featuring a live-streamed Q&A session with Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mullen Jr., moderated by British journalist Zane Lowe. Fans across 50 countries will be able to join virtually, celebrating what promises to be one of the year’s most anticipated musical documentaries.
Netflix’s Head of Music Programming, Sarah Latham, called the film “a love letter to one of the greatest albums ever made — a journey of faith, freedom, and timeless sound.”
A Legacy That Still Resonates
Nearly 40 years after its release, The Joshua Tree remains a defining statement of artistic ambition and social consciousness. Songs like “Bullet the Blue Sky” and “Running to Stand Still” continue to resonate in today’s world — a point the documentary powerfully emphasizes.
In one emotional scene, Bono reflects: “The songs were about America — but also about us. They were about searching for meaning in chaos. And all these years later, that search still goes on.”
Release Details
“New Era: It’s Time — The U2 and Joshua Tree Legacy” will officially premiere on Netflix worldwide on November 1, 2025, with early access screenings for select fan club members beginning October 28. The two-hour documentary will be available in Ultra HD with Dolby Atmos sound, ensuring fans experience U2’s music like never before.
As the trailer closes, Bono’s voice echoes a line that defines the spirit of the project:
“Every generation needs its own Joshua Tree — a place to find meaning, to believe, to begin again.”
With New Era: It’s Time, Netflix has not only revisited a musical milestone — it has reignited the spirit of U2, reminding the world why The Joshua Tree remains one of the most powerful works in rock history.