"Bono: Stories of Surrender," a new documentary based on the U2 frontman's memoir, will debut on Friday, May 30 on Apple TV+.
The new documentary is "a bold and lyrical visual exploration of Bono’s one-man show by the same name" and the accompanying book/theatre tour, Apple TV+ said on Wednesday.
In addition to the documentary, “Bono: Stories of Surrender (Immersive)” will also debut on May 30 on Apple Vision Pro.
Meanwhile, “Bono: Stories of Surrender,” an abridged and updated paperback edition of Bono’s bestselling memoir, will be released concurrently with the documentary film.
"Introspective, intimate and irreverent in equal measure, this version has been refined to mirror the arc of his one-man show and features a film tie-in book cover and new introduction by the author," Apple TV+ said.
All of the powerful emotions of a stadium tour. All of the intimate storytelling of a one-man show. The groundbreaking documentary event Bono: Stories of Surrender streams May 30 on @AppleTV and will be the first feature-length film available in Apple Immersive on Vision Pro. pic.twitter.com/9etNqq6rYL
— U2 (@U2) February 26, 2025
Apple TV+ said on Wednesday: "'Bono: Stories of Surrender' is a vivid reimagining of Bono’s critically acclaimed one-man stage show, 'Stories of Surrender: An Evening of Words, Music and Some Mischief…'
"As he pulls back the curtain on a remarkable life and the family, friends, and faith that have challenged and sustained him, he also reveals personal stories about his journey as a son, father, husband, activist, and rock star.
"Along with never-before-seen, exclusive footage from the Beacon Theatre shows, the film features Bono performing many of the iconic U2 songs that have shaped his life and legacy."
Bono. (Getty Images)
On the same day as the documentary's debut on Apple TV+, “Bono: Stories of Surrender (Immersive)” will become the first feature-length film available in Apple Immersive Video, "a remarkable media format recorded in 8K with Spatial Audio to produce a 180-degree video that places viewers onstage with Bono and in the center of his story."
Apple TV+ said that with the special edition of the film available only on Vision Pro, "viewers will feel completely immersed in the music and storytelling."
Apple TV+ continued: "Releasing an immersive version of the film for Vision Pro alongside its debut on Apple TV+ is the latest example of Bono’s enduring commitment to innovation.
"Since U2’s earliest days, Bono and the band have consistently pushed boundaries and embraced new technologies to forge deeper and unexpected connections with their audience."
Bono. (Getty Images)
Academy Award and Emmy Award-winning RadicalMedia’s Jon Kamen and Dave Sirulnick (“Summer of Soul,” “Hamilton,” “David Byrne’s American Utopia”) produce alongside Academy Award-winning Plan B Entertainment’s Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, and Jeremy Kleiner (upcoming “F1,” “Moonlight,” “12 Years a Slave”).
Bono executive produces with Jennifer Pitcher (“Kiss the Future”) and Kelly McNamara (“V-U2 an Immersive Concert Film at Sphere Las Vegas”).
Who is Bono?
Born Paul David Hewson, Bono has been headlining stadiums around the world with U2 for more than four decades. The band has sold over 175 million records and won 22 Grammy Awards. A longtime activist in the fight against AIDS and extreme poverty, Bono is also the co-founder of ONE and (RED). For his music and activism, he has been awarded the Freedom of the City of Dublin, the US Presidential Medal of Freedom, France’s Legion of Honor, and an honorary British knighthood.
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