Prime Video to release Lily Allen documentary in 2027

Prime Video has announced a feature-length documentary chronicling the life and career of singer-songwriter Lily Allen, set for a global release on the streaming platform in 2027. The film will trace Allen's journey from her early days as a MySpace phenomenon to her recent critically acclaimed album, "West End Girl."

The documentary is described by the streamer as an intimate portrait that builds a revealing picture of an artist defined by creative fearlessness. It will feature interviews with people close to Allen, though specific participants have not been named. The project's synopsis frames it as a story of resilience, reinvention, and an artist reclaiming her narrative.

Director Mat Whitecross, known for his music documentaries on Oasis and Coldplay, will helm the film. While an exact release date is not set, Prime Video plans a limited theatrical run in select cinemas ahead of its streaming debut.

The announcement follows Allen's successful return to music with her 2025 album "West End Girl," which detailed the dissolution of her marriage to actor David Harbour. The album marked her first major release since 2018's "No Shame" and was noted for its candid storytelling. In a...