After months of anticipation the new revealing documentary “Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” premieres Friday, April 26th on Hulu. Directed by Gotham Chopra — best known for his sports documentaries — “Thank You, Goodnight” tells the story of both Jon Bon Jovi and the band that bears his name over four episodes, weighing in at nearly five hours. Chopra had full access to band members present and past, as well as managers, producers, family members and others in the Bon Jovi universe.
“Thank You, Goodnight” begins airing six weeks before the release of Bon Jovi’s next album, “Forever,” which comes out June 7.
During its 42 years Bon Jovi has sold more than 120 million records worldwide and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018. Jon Bon Jovi is also a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Jon Bon Jovi’s recent voice problems, which led to vocal cord surgery two years ago and a still-uncertain future for touring, provides a framework around which “Thank You, Goodnight” plays out. Bon Jovi tells us that he didn’t think twice about letting viewers into his history, warts and all: