MGM+ Acquires 'In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon' Docuseries

Directed by Alex Gibney, the two-part series will debut in March and explores Simon's creative journey, featuring previously unseen footage and notable appearances.

• MGM+ has acquired the two-part docuseries 'In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon', directed by Alex Gibney, which will debut on March 17 and March 24 at 9 p.m. EDT/PDT.
• The docuseries juxtaposes Simon’s process of making a new album during the COVID-19 pandemic against archival material tracing Simon’s career and creative journey.
• Making appearances in the docuseries are 'Saturday Night Live' creator and producer Lorne Michaels, Simon’s wife and singer Edie Brickwell and composer Wynton Marsalis.
• The docuseries includes previously unseen footage from historic moments such as the recording of 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' and 'Graceland', Simon & Garfunkel’s reunion concert in Central Park, and Simon’s solo concert there.
• The docuseries has been described as a stunning deep dive into Simon’s career and creative process.

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