Netflix Releases Trailer for the Highly Anticipated Steven Tyler Documentary – Watch Now
Netflix has dropped the official trailer for Dream On: The Steven Tyler Story, a powerful and deeply personal documentary chronicling the life, music, and legacy of Aerosmith’s electrifying frontman. With just minutes of footage, the trailer has already sent shockwaves through the music world, giving fans a preview of the raw emotion, unfiltered confessions, and unforgettable performances that define the life of Steven Tyler.
Set for global release later this year, Dream On is more than just a rock documentary—it’s a soul-searching journey into the highs and lows of a man who helped define rock ‘n’ roll. The trailer opens with a haunting piano version of Aerosmith’s “Dream On,” layered with voiceovers from Tyler himself. “I was a misfit. Loud, wild, and looking for somewhere to belong,” he says, setting the tone for a story filled with chaos, passion, and redemption.
Directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Liz Garbus, the documentary draws from hundreds of hours of never-before-seen footage, including intimate home videos, backstage moments, studio recordings, and candid conversations. Viewers will see Tyler in his rawest form—reflecting on his troubled childhood, his meteoric rise to stardom with Aerosmith, and his years-long struggle with addiction, fame, and identity.
The trailer also teases deeply emotional moments between Tyler and his family, particularly his daughter, actress Liv Tyler. “He was larger than life to the world,” she says, “but to me, he was just Dad. Sometimes present, sometimes not.” These vulnerable confessions are paired with Tyler’s own reflections on the pain he caused and the healing that came later in life.
Fans of rock history will appreciate appearances from Aerosmith’s original members—Joe Perry, Brad Whitford, Tom Hamilton, and Joey Kramer—as well as music legends like Slash, Dave Grohl, and Pink, who reflect on Tyler’s influence. “Steven wasn’t just a singer,” Grohl says in the trailer. “He was a tornado of creativity. You couldn’t look away.”
One of the most impactful moments previewed in the trailer shows Tyler revisiting the rehab center that helped save his life. “That was the moment I chose to live,” he says, his voice cracking. “Not just survive, but live.” The documentary doesn’t shy away from the darkest corners of his journey—overdoses, band breakups, strained relationships—but it balances those with scenes of joy, passion, and triumph.
Musically, Dream On is a treasure trove. The trailer features iconic concert footage—from Aerosmith’s legendary gigs at the Super Bowl to intimate, stripped-down acoustic performances—and reveals Tyler’s enduring voice and energy, even as he battles age and health setbacks. Fans will be treated to remastered versions of hits like “Sweet Emotion,” “Crazy,” “Walk This Way,” and of course, “Dream On,” as well as some unreleased demo tracks from Tyler’s personal archives.
The visual storytelling is equally powerful, with moody lighting, dynamic stage visuals, and poignant slow-motion sequences capturing both the spectacle and solitude of Tyler’s life. Netflix’s reputation for producing high-caliber music documentaries is on full display, with Dream On shaping up to be one of its most compelling offerings yet.
With the release of the trailer, social media has erupted in excitement. Longtime Aerosmith fans, younger generations discovering the band, and music lovers alike are eagerly awaiting the full feature. “This is the story I’ve never fully told,” Tyler says in the final seconds of the trailer. “And I’m finally ready.”
Dream On: The Steven Tyler Story will be available exclusively on Netflix later this year. Until then, fans can dive into the trailer—an emotional rollercoaster that promises a documentary experience as unforgettable and unrelenting as Steven Tyler himself.
