After more than four decades, filmmaker Cameron Crowe has rediscovered captivating, previously unreleased footage of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, which is now available in his remastered documentary, Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party. Fans can enjoy this nostalgic journey on Paramount+.
This documentary showcases never-before-seen 16mm footage captured during the Long After Dark era between 1982 and 1983. According to the film’s description, it promises viewers a “fun, candid, fast-paced, and musically rich ride”through the early days of MTV while providing a unique glimpse into Tom Petty’s enduring creative brilliance.
Quick Info: How to Watch Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party Online
- Premiere Date: March 11
- Runtime: 1 hour, 33 minutes
- Available on: Paramount+
Originally broadcast in 1983 on MTV, this intriguing footage was labeled as “too experimental,” leading to its abrupt removal from the airwaves. Over the years, it has become a legendary piece of lore among fans and musicians, credited with influencing creative scenes in the classic movie This Is Spinal Tap.
Tom Petty passed away from an accidental drug overdose on October 2, 2017, just a week after completing the Heartbreakers’ 40th-anniversary tour. He co-founded Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers in 1976, alongside notable members such as lead guitarist Mike Campbell, bassist Ron Blair, drummer Stan Lynch, and keyboardist Benmont Tench. The band produced timeless hits from “American Girl”to “Mary Jane’s Last Dance,”leaving an indelible mark on rock music.
Beyond his success with the Heartbreakers, Petty was also part of the iconic supergroup The Traveling Wilburys, featuring legends like Bob Dylan and George Harrison. He enjoyed a successful solo career, with classics such as “Free Fallin’,” “I Won’t Back Down,” and “Runnin’ Down a Dream.”
The extended version of Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party was produced by Petty Legacy in collaboration with MTV Entertainment Studios.
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Streaming Information for Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party
The documentary is set to premiere on March 11 and is exclusively available on Paramount+.
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