Fleetwood Mac’s story has never been simple. It is a mix of creative chemistry, personal tension, and some of the most recognizable songs ever recorded. Now, for the first time, the band is telling that story in their own words with Apple Original Films’ fully authorized documentary “Fleetwood Mac: The Chain.”
Directed by five-time Academy Award nominee and Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award winner Frank Marshall, the documentary arrives globally on Apple TV on Friday, January 29, 2027, bringing together Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Christine McVie, Lindsey Buckingham, and Stevie Nicks to look back on more than 50 years of music, conflict, and reinvention.
There are few bands with a catalogue as deeply embedded in everyday culture as Fleetwood Mac. Even if someone does not know the name of a song, chances are they have heard it. Their music has been part of the cultural soundtrack for decades, finding new life across generations and continuing to connect with listeners around the world.
Featuring never-before-seen footage and exclusive new interviews, “Fleetwood Mac: The Chain” explores the highs and lows behind one of rock’s most influential bands. The film follows their journey from their meeting in 1974 through their landmark recordings, record-breaking tours, and the personal challenges that threatened to pull them apart.
With more than 220 million records sold worldwide, Fleetwood Mac’s legacy is built on more than success. It is the result of five distinct artists bringing their own voices, perspectives, and talents together to create music that has lasted for generations.
Produced by The Kennedy/Marshall Company and White Horse Pictures, the documentary offers an inside look at the relationships, resilience, and creative force behind one of music’s most enduring bands.
“Fleetwood Mac: The Chain” premieres globally on Apple TV on Friday, January 29, 2027.