Directed by Alex Ranarivelo and produced by ESX Entertainment for FOX Entertainment Studios in association with Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, “Wind of Change” chronicles the incredible journey of the legendary rock group the Scorpions, with the longest-running and most successful line-up of the band.
The band members will be represented as follows: guitarist Rudolf Schenker (Alexander Dreymon), singer Klaus Meine (Ludwig Trepte), guitarist Matthias Jab (Ed Speleers) and drummer Herman Rarebell (Luke Brandon Field).
The biopic tells the story of a band united by their passion for music, who sought to inspire change in the world through their powerful sound and meaningful lyrics. At the heart of the film is their iconic anthem "Wind of Change," which became the soundtrack to the end of the Cold War, symbolizing hope, peace and unity.
Through their music, with hits ranging from “Rock You Like a Hurricane” to “Still Loving You,” the Scorpions helped bridge the divide between East and West, leaving an indelible mark on history and proving the transformative power of art. Dominic West is set to play Doc McGhee, the Scorpions famous music manager, and David Kross will star as Andrej, the band’s imprisoned friend on the other side of the Berlin wall.
“It’s been an unbelievable journey developing this film and bringing it to life feels surreal” says Ali Afshar, Founder and President of ESX Entertainment. “Not only did the Scorpions’ music help me get through tremendous difficulties as an Iranian immigrant in America in the early 80’s, but their message of love, peace and rock ‘n’ roll seems more relevant today than ever. This cast is an amazing ensemble of truly great talent. I can’t thank FOX Entertainment and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment enough for their support and especially the band -- Rudolf, Klaus and Matthias -- for believing in us and trusting us to tell their life story.”
“Wind Of Change” will debut in theatres in the band’s native Germany in late January, with a North American launch in March.
The Scorpions recently announced dates for a European tour. The "Love, Peace & Rock 'N' Roll Tour 2027" will open in Barcelona, Spain on April 29, with shows wrapping up on July 18 in Milan, Italy.
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