HBO is set to release an expansive two-part documentary portrait of music legend Billy Joel this summer. Titled BILLY JOEL: AND SO IT GOES, the film will take an in-depth look at the life, career, and personal experiences that shaped the iconic singer-songwriter.
Here’s the Lowdown: Directed by Emmy winners Susan Lacy and Jessica Levin, the documentary will make its debut on HBO and become available for streaming on Max later this summer (exact date TBA). The film utilizes unprecedented access to Joel, including never-before-seen performances, home movies, personal photos, and extensive one-on-one interviews.
What This Means Now: The project aims to explore the connections between Joel’s personal life – his loves, losses, and struggles – and his enduring catalog of songs. Director Susan Lacy suggests the film will offer revelations even for longtime fans, looking into aspects of his story not previously examined.
The Bigger Picture: Produced in association with Tom Hanks’ Playtone Productions and Sean Hayes’ Hazy Mills Productions, this documentary represents a significant examination of one of music’s most successful artists. By exploring the autobiographical nature of his songwriting, BILLY JOEL: AND SO IT GOES seeks to present a comprehensive and potentially surprising look at the man behind the music that has resonated across generations.
