Netflix has officially greenlit a new docuseries that delves into the rise, reign, and reckoning of one of rock’s most provocative figures: Marilyn Manson. Titled Beautiful Darkness: The Marilyn Manson Story, the multi-part series is set for release in late 2025 and promises a gripping exploration of the man behind the makeup, the music, and the media storm.
Known for his theatrical performances, shocking imagery, and unapologetically dark aesthetic, Manson—born Brian Warner—was the face of rebellion in the 1990s and early 2000s. From global superstardom to courtroom headlines, Beautiful Darkness will trace the evolution of Manson’s career, capturing both his artistic legacy and the controversies that have defined much of his public life.
According to Netflix, the docuseries will feature rare archival footage, backstage material, and interviews with former bandmates, collaborators, music journalists, cultural critics, and those closest to the chaos. While Manson himself has not confirmed any direct participation, sources say the series will include previously unreleased interview clips and behind-the-scenes footage from his career spanning three decades.
Produced by the team behind acclaimed documentaries such as Trainwreck: Woodstock ’99 and The Devil on Trial, Beautiful Darkness promises a balanced but unflinching look at the duality of a man who was both idolized and vilified. The series will explore Manson’s meteoric rise with albums like Antichrist Superstar and Mechanical Animals, as well as the societal backlash that followed—especially in the aftermath of the Columbine High School shooting, when Manson became a scapegoat in the media frenzy.
More recently, Manson has faced a wave of legal allegations and public criticism, which the series is expected to address with sensitivity and depth. Netflix describes the project as “a complex portrait of an artist whose influence, infamy, and internal battles continue to shape the conversation around celebrity, freedom, and accountability.”
Social media has already lit up with reactions to the announcement, with fans eager to revisit Manson’s cultural impact and critics questioning how the series will handle the more troubling chapters of his story. Regardless of opinion, Beautiful Darkness is poised to reignite discussion about fame, performance, and the fine line between persona and person.
With its raw access, cultural context, and dramatic scope, Beautiful Darkness: The Marilyn Manson Story may become one of the most talked-about music documentaries of the year—and perhaps, the most revealing look yet at rock’s most infamous antihero.
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