From Science Class to Stadiums: The Electrifying Life of Rush’s Geddy Lee Comes to Netflix

From Science Class to Stadiums: The Electrifying Life of Rush’s Geddy Lee Comes to Netflix

Documentary Overview:

Netflix continues its legendary streak of revealing the untold stories behind music’s greatest icons with a powerful new music documentary: “Rush: The High Notes of Geddy Lee.”

This long-awaited feature centers on the quiet brilliance of Geddy Lee, the voice, bassist, and synthesizer wizard behind Canada’s most iconic rock band: Rush. Known for his mind-bending musical dexterity and enigmatic presence, Geddy finally steps into the spotlight to tell his story—one that spans five decades, three lifelong friends, and a genre-defying legacy that reshaped progressive rock.

“Rush: The High Notes of Geddy Lee” is more than a story about a band—it’s a story about passion, resilience, and the power of intellect in an often chaotic rock world.

From humble beginnings as the son of Polish Jewish immigrants and Holocaust survivors, Geddy Lee’s early life was steeped in discipline, curiosity, and music. What started as a local high school garage band evolved into one of the most complex and beloved acts in rock history. Alongside Alex Lifeson and the late Neil Peart, Lee helped craft albums that blended philosophy, sci-fi, and technical wizardry with explosive stage performances.

The film follows Rush’s evolution from their early Zeppelin-inspired days to the release of albums like 2112, Moving Pictures, and Snakes & Arrows—records that continue to inspire generations of musicians and fans.

But this documentary is not just a retrospective. It’s an intimate look at Geddy’s personal journey—his struggle for identity, his role in preserving Neil Peart’s legacy, and his ongoing love for music even after Rush’s final tour.

Featuring Never-Before-Seen Content:

• Rare archival footage from early Rush concerts

• Personal interviews with Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Dave Grohl, Les Claypool, Trent Reznor, and more

• Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Geddy’s recent solo work and literary projects

• Reflections on Neil Peart’s passing and the future of progressive rock

What Critics Are Saying:

Rolling Stone: “A masterclass in musicianship and humility—this is the definitive Geddy Lee documentary.”
The Guardian: “Netflix does it again. A brilliant, cerebral, and emotional tribute to a rock genius.”