Paul McCartney is taking fans back to the decade that defined his second act. On February 27, 2026, the legendary musician released his highly anticipated documentary, Man on the Run, alongside a companion soundtrack. Directed by Academy Award winner Morgan Neville, the film dives deep into McCartney's life between 1970 and 1979, capturing the raw uncertainty that followed the breakup of The Beatles and the triumphant rise of Wings.

The documentary provides an intimate look at McCartney’s creative process as he built a new musical empire from scratch. Writing for Slate, critic Jack Hamilton noted that the film successfully reframes McCartney's 1970s output. Neville utilizes never-before-seen home movies and archival interviews to show how Linda McCartney helped her husband navigate the pressures of global fame while they toured the world in a brightly colored bus.

Music fans have an extra reason to celebrate with the release of the 12-track companion album via MPL Communications and Capitol Records. The soundtrack features three previously unreleased recordings that have spent decades in the vault. The standout addition is the rare track 'Gotta Sing Gotta Dance,' a song originally recorded for a 1973 television special. Paste Magazine praised the collection for its "unfettered exploration," proving that Sir Paul's 70s catalog remains as influential as ever.