Netflix Set to Announce the Release of a Documentary in Honor of Quiet Riot: “We’re Glad to Announce That We’re Done with Production…”
Netflix is once again diving into the world of music legends, this time turning the spotlight on one of glam metal’s most iconic trailblazers. The streaming giant has officially announced the upcoming release of a documentary dedicated to the legendary band Quiet Riot. Titled Glam Slam: The Quiet Riot Story, the film explores the band’s chaotic rise, mainstream breakthrough, and the lasting impact they’ve had on rock and metal music.
“We’re glad to announce that we’re done with production, and it’ll be released on September 12, 2025,” said Carrie Montrose, Netflix’s Director of Music and Youth Culture Documentaries. “This is a celebration of a sound, a style, and a scene that refused to fade quietly. Quiet Riot weren’t just a band—they were a movement wrapped in leather, hairspray, and unapologetic energy.”
The documentary is said to trace the origins of the band, from their early days forming in the 1970s Los Angeles rock circuit, to their historic commercial breakthrough in the 1980s with the album Metal Health, which became the first heavy metal album to reach number one on the Billboard charts. Featuring rare footage, exclusive interviews, and never-before-seen backstage moments, Glam Slam offers an unfiltered glimpse into a band that helped define the glam metal era.
Director Leo Hanley, whose previous work includes the award-winning Noise & Neon, said the project was a personal one. “I grew up with posters of these guys on my wall,” Hanley said. “They weren’t just chart-toppers—they had that cult magic—the look, the sound, the attitude. This film isn’t just about music—it’s about identity, excess, and the price of being loud in a world that wants quiet.”
The band’s surviving members were closely involved in the making of the documentary. Longtime drummer Frankie Banali (through archived interviews) and other collaborators shed light on the highs and lows of their journey—from global fame to personal struggles and lineup changes. In a teaser clip, vocalist Jizzy Pearl said, “We thought the world forgot us, man. But Netflix gave us a second stage. Now people can see what it really meant to carry the metal torch through the madness.”
Critics and fans alike are already buzzing online, with hashtags like #QuietRiotNetflix and #GlamSlamDoc trending shortly after the announcement. Music journalist Kira Delgado called it “a vital chapter in the glam era’s history—one that proves Quiet Riot’s influence went way deeper than just the hits.”
The soundtrack is also expected to be a major highlight. Featuring remastered tracks from Quiet Riot’s legendary discography—like “Cum On Feel the Noize” and “Bang Your Head (Metal Health)”—along with tributes from modern glam-influenced artists, the musical component of the documentary aims to reignite interest in their legacy. A vinyl release of the soundtrack is reportedly planned to coincide with the film’s premiere.
Netflix has emphasized that this isn’t just a nostalgia piece—it’s a story of resilience. “The themes are timeless,” said Montrose. “Art vs. industry, individuality vs. conformity. These are things everyone can relate to, and Quiet Riot lived it loud.”
With a growing appetite for music documentaries and cultural retrospectives, Glam Slam: The Quiet Riot Story is poised to be a must-watch for rock fans, cultural historians, and anyone who ever banged their head in a denim vest. As Hanley put it, “This isn’t just about what was. It’s about what still is—loud, defiant, and full of glam.”
So mark your calendars—September 12, 2025. The legends are back, the amps are on, and Quiet Riot is ready to take center stage once again.
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