How to watch Bono: Stories of Surrender? Streaming details of the documentary film, explored

The documentary film Bono: Stories of Surrender can be watched on the streaming platform Apple TV+.

It was released on 30th May 2025. The film was also showcased at the Cannes Film Festival on 16th May 2025. The documentary film has garnered varied reviews, receiving a rating of 7.0/10 on IMDb and an aggregate score of 71% on Rotten Tomatoes.

This documentary reimagines the one-man stage show of Bono, the Lead singer of the U2 rock band, in 2023. The name of the show is 'Stories of Surrender: An Evening of Words, Music and Some Mischief....'

It is helmed by Andrew Dominik, who has previously directed Chopper (2000), The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007), Killing Them Softly (2012), and Blonde (2022).

Let us find out more about the streaming details of Bono: Stories of Surrender.

Where can we watch Bono: Stories of Surrender? Streaming details, explored

The documentary film has been streaming on Apple TV+ since 30th May, 2025. The film's distribution is handled by Apple TV+ as well. Along with Apple Original Films, the documentary is also produced by RadicalMedia and Plan B Entertainment.

Along with the 2D version of the documentary, it is also released in Apple Vision Pro. In Vision Pro, one can watch the film in the form of Apple Immersive Video. It marks the earliest full-length film released in this format, where one can witness the film in its 8K version, along with a 180-degree viewpoint and a spatial sound system. In this format, one can certainly experience the documentary and the music of Bono at a whole new level!

Here is a brief guide about the subscription plans of Apple TV+ and Apple Vision Pro:

If you wish to opt for a 7-day free trial, you can go for the plan of $9.99 per month. It is available for individuals as well as for sharing with multiple people. This plan could also work well for you if you are annoyed with ads, as it is ad-free.
For Apple Vision Pro, it costs up to $291.58 per month for a year or $3499 every year.

More about Bono: Stories of Surrender

Bono: Stories of Surrender serves as a reinterpretation of the iconic singer Bono's show at Beacon Theatre, New York, in 2023. The film takes a closer look at the musician's personal life and history.

Its synopsis, as per Rotten Tomatoes, goes as follows:

"Bono: Stories of Surrender" is a vivid reimagining of Bono's critically acclaimed one-man stage show, "Stories of Surrender: An Evening of Words, Music and Some Mischief..." As he pulls back the curtain on a remarkable life and the family, friends and faith that have challenged and sustained him, he also reveals personal stories about his journey as a son, father, husband, activist and rock star. Along with never-before-seen, exclusive footage from the tour, the film features Bono performing many of the iconic U2 songs that have shaped his life and legacy."

During its showcase at Cannes, the documentary was honored with a standing ovation that lasted up to a duration of six minutes and 30 seconds, as reported by Deadline.