Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast

Classic Albums: Iron Maiden - The Number of the Beast

2001
1h 20m
6.8

6.8/10

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"A look at Iron Maiden's breakthrough 1982 album The Number of the Beast."

Overview

1982 was a momentous year for Iron Maiden. Following the addition of brilliant new vocalist Bruce Dickinson, their third album the number of the beast was released to universal acclaim from both critics and rock fans. The album topped the UK charts for 2 weeks, launched them into the US top 40 for the first time, and invaded the top 10 album charts worldwide achieving a plethora of gold and platinum awards. The number of the beast is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential heavy metal albums of all time, including, along with demonic title track, such classic metal anthems as run to the hills, hallowed be thy name, the prisoner and children of the damned. This exclusive film tells the full and vibrant story behind the making of the album.

Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Companies
Pioneer Entertainment Eagle Rock Entertainment Isis Productions
Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date December 4, 2001
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0409827
Website Visit Site

Cast

Bruce Dickinson
Bruce Dickinson

Self - Lead vocals

Dave Murray
Dave Murray

Self - Guitar

Adrian Smith
Adrian Smith

Self - Guitar

Steve Harris
Steve Harris

Self - Bass

Clive Burr
Clive Burr

Self - Drums

Key Crew

Tim Kirkby
Director
Terry Shand
Executive Producer
Geoff Kempin
Executive Producer
Nick De Grunwald
Producer
Martin R. Smith
Executive Producer