Olivia Newton-John Documentary Coming to Netflix: Exploring Her Rise to Fame and Personal Challenges

Published: June 25, 2025

Get ready to take a trip down memory lane with a new documentary about the life and career of the late actress and singer Olivia Newton-John. The untitled project, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Nicole Newnham, will premiere on Netflix, offering a fresh look at Newton-John's rise to fame and the challenges she faced along the way.

A Story of Perseverance and Kindness

The documentary will delve into Newton-John's journey from her early days as a pop star to her iconic role in the 1978 film Grease, opposite John Travolta. The film will feature archival footage, as well as reminiscences from close friends and collaborators, to paint a vivid picture of Newton-John's life and career.

According to a release, the documentary will explore how Newton-John "stayed true to her beliefs" despite facing epic challenges, including her battles with breast cancer. The film promises to reveal a complex and extraordinary woman whose impact on the world is still felt today.

A Legacy of Love and Light

Newton-John's widow, John Easterling, reflected on the prospect of finding love again in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE. Meanwhile, a long-lost recording of Newton-John singing about her "dream" was discovered by Jim Brickman after her passing.

The documentary will be produced by R.J. Cutler and his production company This Machine, which previously worked on Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry, Elton John: Never Too Late, and Martha.

Newton-John passed away in August 2022 at the age of 73 after a long battle with breast cancer. Her legacy continues to inspire and uplift fans around the world.

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