This is a legitimately excellent documentary about one of music's most important figures. The 91% critic score isn't inflated—it's earned.
But let's be clear: this is not for kids. Miles Davis was a genius who also beat his wives, struggled with addiction, and lived a messy, complicated life. The documentary handles this with appropriate seriousness, which makes it educational but definitely mature content.
For music-loving teens (13+) and adults, this is gold. You'll learn about jazz, sure, but also about artistic courage, the cost of innovation, and how to grapple with the reality that brilliant people can also be terrible people. The music alone is worth it—if you've never really listened to Miles, this will blow your mind.
The 71% audience score (vs 91% critics) tells you something: this requires genuine interest in the subject matter. It's not a breezy watch. But if your teen plays an instrument, loves music history, or is ready for complex biographical storytelling, this delivers.




