Brief
Paul McCartney Reflects on Life After the Beatles in New Documentary
The film follows McCartney from his Scottish farm to arena tours, touching on critics, legal battles and his band Wings.
By Felo News Desk · Published
In the 2026 documentary Man on the Run, Academy Award‑winning filmmaker Morgan Neville chronicles Paul McCartney’s transition from Beatle to solo artist and leader of Wings. The film, now available on Amazon Prime, was screened at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles on 28 September, where a Q&A followed the screening, hosted by Judd Apatow.
McCartney opens the film by recalling the Beatles’ breakup, which he says was John Lennon’s idea, and the sudden loss of his “only job.” He describes the period of isolation on his Scottish farm with wife Linda and their growing family, and the challenges of redefining his musical identity. The documentary includes never‑before‑seen footage of McCartney, his family, and key collaborators such as Mick Jagger, Denny Laine, Laurence Juber and Chrissie Hynde.
Key moments highlighted in the film include the critical reception of McCartney’s solo work, his brief imprisonment in Japan, and his decision to sue the Beatles over business disputes. McCartney also reflects on the legacy of Allen Klein, whom he accuses of “stealing from the Beatles.”
During the Academy Museum screening, Apatow asked McCartney whether he would have wanted a Wings documentary. McCartney replied that he “likes that period” and that it was a “fond memory.” He added that the business people around him were “shady” and that he was the only one who saw the problem with Klein.
Key facts
- The documentary "Man on the Run" follows McCartney from 1968 to 1980, covering his time on a Scottish farm, solo career and Wings. (billboard.com)
- It premiered at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles on 28 September 2026 and was followed by a Q&A hosted by Judd Apatow. (billboard.com)
- McCartney says the Beatles breakup was John Lennon’s idea and that he felt “sacked” afterward. (billboard.com)
- The film includes never‑before‑seen footage of McCartney, his family and collaborators such as Mick Jagger and Denny Laine. (billboard.com)
- McCartney criticises Allen Klein for stealing from the Beatles and describes the business people around him as “shady.” (billboard.com)
Background
Felo’s recent coverage has highlighted Paul McCartney’s personal and political life, including his climate‑change activism and his marriage to Nancy Shevell, but this article focuses on his musical journey post‑Beatles.
Why it matters
The documentary offers insight into how one of the world’s most famous musicians navigated the transition from a legendary band to solo and new group projects, shedding light on the personal and business challenges he faced.
What happens next
The film is available on Amazon Prime and is expected to reach a wide audience of Beatles and Wings fans worldwide.
Sources
- [1] billboard.com — originally reported as “Paul McCartney Talks ‘Man on the Run’ Documentary: ‘What Do You Do After the Beatles?’”
