Netflix has officially confirmed a 10-episode documentary series centered on **James Hetfield**, the legendary frontman of **Metallica**, titled *“The Fire Within.”* Set to premiere in early 2026, the series promises an unfiltered look into Hetfield’s life — from his turbulent childhood to his rise as one of rock’s most influential voices.
Produced by **Netflix Studios** in collaboration with **Metallica’s own Blackened Recordings**, *The Fire Within* will blend rare archival footage, intimate interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments that reveal Hetfield as both an artist and a man constantly seeking balance between fame, creativity, and personal peace.
Each episode will explore a different chapter of Hetfield’s story — from the early garage days with Lars Ulrich, to the meteoric rise of Metallica, the tragedies that shaped him, and his ongoing battle with inner demons. Friends, family, and fellow musicians — including Dave Grohl, Ozzy Osbourne, and Chris Cornell’s family — are all expected to appear.
Hetfield himself narrates parts of the series, giving fans a raw glimpse into his struggles and triumphs. “The fire that burns inside us can destroy or define us,” he says in the trailer’s haunting voiceover. “This is my truth.”
Netflix describes the series as *“a fearless journey through the mind of a man who turned pain into power and fear into fire.”*
For Metallica fans and newcomers alike, *The Fire Within* is set to be one of the most powerful and emotionally charged music documentaries of the decade.
