Netflix has dropped the first explosive trailer for its highly anticipated, no-holds-barred documentary series about Britain's most iconic boy band, Take That. The three-part series is set for release on Tuesday 27th January 2026, promising an unprecedented look at the group's remarkable 35-year journey.
Behind the Glitz: Pressure, Split, and Comeback
The newly released clip offers a treasure trove of never-before-seen footage, showing the band's early days as wide-eyed youngsters travelling the world. One member reflects on how "crazy" the experience was. However, the trailer quickly hints at the dark side of fame, with a voiceover starkly warning: "the more successful we became, the bigger the audiences... it was also the beginning of the end for us as a band."
Frontman Gary Barlow is heard talking about the "unbelievable pressure" he felt and the realisation that the group had transformed into "a money making machine" for others. The documentary will chronicle the band's meteoric rise to superstardom, their dramatic internal struggles, and the pivotal departure of Robbie Williams in 1995, who was just 16 when he joined and 21 when he left.
A Story of Camaraderie and Resilience
The series doesn't end with the split. It delves deep into the band's decision to reunite, with a member admitting they initially "lacked confidence" and were "scared," but ultimately realised they "needed each other." This led to one of the greatest comebacks in British music history.
The documentary synopsis promises an intimate portrait built on 35 years of rare archive material, personal footage, and brand new interviews with Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, and Mark Owen. It aims to capture the full spectrum of their experience: the camaraderie, the chaos, the heartbreaks, and the enduring legacy.
Take That's statistics are a testament to their phenomenal success. The band has achieved:
- 12 UK Number 1 singles and chart domination.
- Sales of over 45 million albums worldwide.
- An Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music in 2012.
Years in the Making
Produced by Fulwell 73, the team behind the project expressed their honour at telling this unique story. Producer Gabe Turner stated they aimed to "do their unique tale justice" using unseen archives and fresh interviews. This series follows previous insights into the boy band era, where members have spoken candidly about challenges including eating disorders and alcohol abuse.
The Take That documentary launches globally on Netflix on January 27, offering fans and newcomers alike the definitive, deeply personal story of the Manchester-formed group that became kings of the pop world.
