The highly anticipated Led Zeppelin documentary, Becoming Led Zeppelin, is making a returning to IMAX theaters today. Earlier this month, it shattered records with the biggest debut weekend for any IMAX music film, raking in over $3 million. Fans of the legendary rock band are in for another chance to experience the magic on the big screen.
Following its initial IMAX success, Becoming Led Zeppelin expanded to more than 1,000 U.S. theaters on February 14th. The film's popularity propelled it into the Top 10 at the box office for the past two weekends, bringing its total U.S. earnings to an impressive $7.7 million. Globally, the documentary has grossed over $9 million, showcasing the enduring appeal of Led Zeppelin's music and story.
The documentary delves into the band's early years, covering their formation and the creation of their first two albums, including the iconic Led Zeppelin II. In an audio clip, John Paul Jones shares an interesting tidbit about the band's name. He explains that the name "Led Zeppelin" was originally suggested by Keith Moon for a different project involving Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Nicky Hopkins, and himself. Although that project never materialized, the name stuck, and the rest is rock history.
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