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Metallica: Some Kind of Monster (2004)

After bassist Jason Newsted quits the band in 2001, heavy metal superstars Metallica realize that they need an intervention. In this revealing documentary, filmmakers follow the three rock stars as they hire a group therapist and grapple with 20 years of repressed anger and aggression. Between searching for a replacement bass player, creating a new album and confronting their personal demons, the band learns to open up in ways they never thought possible.

  • Documentary
  • Music

Top billed cast

  • Photo of James HetfieldJames HetfieldSelf
  • Photo of Lars UlrichLars UlrichSelf
  • Photo of Kirk HammettKirk HammettSelf
  • Photo of Robert TrujilloRobert TrujilloSelf
  • Photo of Jason NewstedJason NewstedSelf
  • Photo of Dave MustaineDave MustaineSelf
  • Photo of Bob RockBob RockSelf
  • Photo of Phil TowlePhil TowleSelf

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