Fans of iconic British pop group Take That have been sent into a frenzy following the release of a first-look trailer for a major new Netflix documentary series.
The preview promises an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look at the band's meteoric rise, internal struggles, and dramatic split, featuring a treasure trove of never-before-seen material.
Inside the Band's Highs and Heartbreaks
The three-part documentary series, titled simply Take That, is scheduled for a global release on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Directed by David Soutar, known for projects like Ed Sheeran's The Sum of It All, the film draws on 35 years of rare archive footage, personal videos, and brand new interviews with members Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, and Mark Owen.
The trailer begins by showcasing the group – Barlow, Jason Orange, Donald, Owen, and Robbie Williams – as fresh-faced teenagers, quickly cutting to scenes of their dizzying global fame. However, it swiftly hints at the darker side of their success.
Mark Owen is seen explaining to the camera, "The more successful we became, the bigger audiences, it was also the beginning of the end for us as a band." Gary Barlow opens up about the immense pressure he faced as the chief songwriter, calling it an "unbelievable amount of pressure" and noting, "We were a business now, a money-making machine for a lot of people."
Fan Reaction and Enduring Legacy
Social media platform X erupted with excitement following the trailer drop. One user, @HalfFull26, wrote: "I will be tuning in for that! Such a throwback band!" while another, @Jaxxx_eth, commented: "Looking forward to the behind-the-scenes stories and archive footage of this iconic band. Will definitely watch."
The documentary's synopsis promises to chart the full arc of the band's story, from their formation in Manchester to becoming pop superstars, their dramatic separation, and their triumphant comeback. It pledges to deliver "the deeply personal and definitive story of Take That," told in their own words.
The series arrives hot on the heels of Robbie Williams' 2024 biographical film Better Man, further stoking interest in one of Britain's most successful musical acts, which has sold over 45 million records worldwide.
Key Details at a Glance
Release Date: All episodes launch globally on Netflix on January 27, 2026.
Episodes: The documentary is a three-part series.
Featured Members: The series includes new interviews with Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, and Mark Owen, alongside archival footage of all five original members.
Director: David Soutar.
With its pledge of exclusive unseen footage and raw, honest testimony from the band members themselves, the documentary is poised to offer the most intimate portrait yet of Take That's legendary and turbulent journey.
