Netflix has announced an eagerly awaited multipart documentary series titled Blackmore: Which will explore the extraordinary life and legacy of legend Ritchie Blackmore, set to be released on the…

Netflix has announced an eagerly awaited multipart documentary series titled Blackmore: Which will explore the extraordinary life and legacy of legend Ritchie Blackmore, set to be released on the…

Netflix has announced an eagerly awaited multipart documentary series titled Blackmore, which will explore the extraordinary life, career, and enduring legacy of one of rock’s most enigmatic and influential guitarists—Ritchie Blackmore. Set to be released on 15 JUNE, 2025, the series promises an in-depth look at the man behind some of the most iconic riffs in rock history.

Ritchie Blackmore, best known as the founding guitarist of Deep Purple and later the driving force behind Rainbow, is a towering figure in the history of hard rock and heavy metal. His classically influenced guitar playing, complex compositions, and distinctive stage presence helped shape the sound of a generation. Yet, for all his fame, Blackmore has remained an elusive and often misunderstood figure—private, eccentric, and fiercely devoted to his art.

Blackmore aims to peel back the layers of this complex musician. Spanning multiple episodes, the series will chronicle his early days as a session guitarist in the 1960s, through his explosive rise with Deep Purple, to the formation of Rainbow in the mid-1970s, and eventually his dramatic turn toward renaissance and medieval music with Blackmore’s Night.

Netflix describes the series as “a definitive portrait of a genius at work, whose innovations continue to inspire generations of musicians.” Combining rare archival footage, never-before-seen photos, and exclusive interviews, Blackmore will feature contributions from fellow musicians, producers, and friends, including past bandmates like Ian Gillan, David Coverdale, Joe Lynn Turner, and even contemporary guitar legends who cite Blackmore as a key influence.

Among the highlights of the documentary will be detailed accounts of Blackmore’s role in crafting legendary tracks such as “Smoke on the Water,” “Highway Star,” and “Stargazer.” These songs not only helped define the sound of hard rock but also showcased Blackmore’s ability to blend virtuosity with raw power—a combination that has earned him a place on virtually every list of the greatest guitarists of all time.

Beyond his musical achievements, the documentary will explore the more reclusive side of Blackmore—his fascination with mysticism, his retreat from the commercial rock spotlight, and his controversial relationships with fellow bandmates. It also delves into his later career with his wife Candice Night in the folk-rock duo Blackmore’s Night, a project that surprised many fans and critics but demonstrated his refusal to be confined by genre or expectation.

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker [insert director name], Blackmore is being produced in collaboration with Netflix and several longtime music industry veterans. The series not only serves as a celebration of Blackmore’s artistic journey but also as a cultural chronicle of the eras he helped shape—from the birth of metal to the revival of Renaissance-inspired music.

With its immersive storytelling and comprehensive scope, Blackmore is shaping up to be a must-watch for fans of rock history, guitar virtuosity, and the complex personalities that define them. As anticipation builds ahead of its release, the documentary stands as a long-overdue tribute to a true musical pioneer.