Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition (2026)
▸ Must watch
The verdict
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition ranks near the top of the current English film crop. It carries an 8.7/10 on TMDB across 60 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 105 minutes. It had its theatrical run in the UAE — check back here for its OTT arrival.
Word from reviewers is solidly good. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Story
With unprecedented access to the official archives and intimate recollections from the band, both current and past, Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition invites fans to experience one of the most iconic journeys in music history. Spanning five decades, this electrifying documentary charts the band’s rise from the pubs of East London to the world’s biggest stadiums.
Good to know
| Runtime | 105 min |
| Genre | Documentary / Music |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Malcolm Venville
Cast
Steve Harris
Self
Bruce Dickinson
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Nicko McBrain
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Adrian Smith
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Dave Murray
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Janick Gers
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Where to watch in the UAE
Theatrical run ended — OTT arrival pending
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 8.7/10 on audience ratings. Word from reviewers is solidly good.
Where can I watch Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition?
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition has finished its theatrical run in the UAE. Its OTT release hasn't been announced yet — check back soon.
When is Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition releasing on OTT? (OTT release date)
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What language is Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition in?
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition is an English film (Documentary / Music).