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Linkin Park Announces Unshatter Documentary for Global Theatrical Release

Documenting the band’s return after Chester Bennington’s death, Unshatter arrives with a live São Paulo soundtrack before its worldwide cinema run.

Overview

  • Linkin Park and director Joe Hahn set a worldwide theatrical release date of September 30, 2026 for Unshatter, with tickets going on sale August 13 and the companion live soundtrack due September 25.
  • The film uses archival footage, behind-the-scenes studio sessions and concert film to trace the band’s creative arc from 2022 recording through the 2024 From Zero era and a São Paulo album-launch performance.
  • Unshatter introduces the relaunched lineup featuring vocalist Emily Armstrong and drummer Colin Brittain and records band members reflecting on loss and doubt, including Mike Shinoda saying there were moments he felt the band was over.
  • The release is a co-production with CJ 4DPlex and Trafalgar and will play in 2D, ScreenX and 4DX formats worldwide, with a 20-song live soundtrack that includes performances not featured in the film.
  • The film formalizes a contentious chapter in Linkin Park’s history by offering an inside explanation for the group’s decision to continue, a move that drew mixed fan reactions and public criticism from Chester Bennington’s son.