The trailer in brief
Documentary explores photographer Richard Avedon’s life and work
Ron Howard directs this Netflix documentary
Trailer mixes archival footage with new interviews
Arrives on Netflix on 6 November 2026
Legendary photographer Richard Avedon is the subject of Avedon, a new Netflix documentary directed by Ron Howard. The film brings his life and work into focus, tracing the career of one of photography’s best-known names. Running 104 minutes, it takes an intimate approach to the man behind the camera and the images that made his reputation.
This first trailer offers a look at how the story is told, pairing archival footage of the photographer with fresh interviews. Together they sketch a portrait of the artist at work and away from it. South African viewers can watch the documentary when it lands on Netflix on 6 November 2026.
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