Netflix Goes to War… With Sabaton Leading the Charge

“Fire & Fury: The Sabaton Saga” — How a Swedish Metal Band Rewrote the Soundtrack of War

“Some bands write songs about love. Sabaton writes songs about the world’s bloodiest battles — and makes you feel every bullet.”

Coming soon to Netflix, “Fire & Fury: The Sabaton Saga” is the immersive, thunderous, and deeply human story of Sweden’s most explosive musical export. Known for their epic live shows and lyrical deep-dives into military history, Sabaton carved a niche no one else dared to touch — and built a global army of fans along the way.

Formed in Falun, Sweden in 1999, Sabaton began as five young metalheads with a shared fascination for history, war, and storytelling. But what started as a local act quickly evolved into something much bigger: a band that would educate generations through powerful, battlefield-inspired anthems — all while touring non-stop and defying every rule in the music industry.

“We never set out to be historians,” says frontman Joakim Brodén in the documentary’s opening scenes. “We just told the stories that moved us — and the metal made them roar.”

A Sonic History Lesson Like No Other

From “The Art of War” to “The Great War” and “The War to End All Wars,” Sabaton’s albums don’t just entertain — they serve as powerful reminders of humanity’s resilience and tragedy. Netflix’s documentary explores how the band meticulously researches each track, working closely with historians, archivists, and even veterans to ensure every lyric rings true.

“They’re the only band I know that has a full-time history channel,” laughs one music critic, referring to Sabaton History, the band’s educational YouTube series that blends deep historical analysis with metal.

The documentary travels with the band from the muddy trenches of their concept albums to real-world battlefields across Europe. Filming took place in Verdun, Normandy, Warsaw, and even the Somme, where Sabaton filmed special performances to honor the fallen.

Behind the Bulletproof Vests

“Fire & Fury” also sheds light on the personal struggles behind the scenes: lineup changes, vocal injuries, the mental toll of global tours, and the constant balancing act between artistic freedom and historical responsibility.

Fans get rare, unfiltered moments with the band: Pär Sundström reflecting on the early days of financing tours out-of-pocket, or Tommy Johansson breaking down in tears after a tribute concert for WWI soldiers.

Netflix also interviews fans from around the world — from Polish students who learned about the Warsaw Uprising through Sabaton, to American veterans who found healing in the band’s songs.

A Band Without Borders

In an era where metal has been pushed to the fringes, Sabaton thrives. With sold-out stadiums, a loyal fanbase spanning generations, and a musical legacy unlike any other, their story proves that truth can be louder than fiction — especially when set to the sound of shredding guitars and pounding drums.

“Fire & Fury: The Sabaton Saga” is not just a documentary. It’s a salute — to music, to history, and to the warriors of past and present.

Coming to Netflix worldwide this fall.