After years of anticipation and cryptic social media hints, Netflix has officially released the first trailer for its upcoming documentary chronicling the life and career of pop-punk icon Avril Lavigne. Titled Sk8er Girl: The Avril Lavigne Story, the film promises to deliver an unfiltered look at the highs, lows, and evolution of one of the 2000s’ most influential and enigmatic music figures.
Set to premiere globally on August 16, 2025, the documentary is produced by Fulwell 73, the company behind several acclaimed music films, including those featuring Beyoncé and Elton John. Avril Lavigne herself serves as both executive producer and primary narrator, making this the most personal and comprehensive look at her life to date.
The trailer opens with raw footage from Lavigne’s childhood in Napanee, Ontario, capturing the early signs of the rebellious spirit and natural talent that would define her career. Viewers are taken back to the moment she signed with Arista Records at just 16, rocketing to international fame with her debut album Let Go in 2002. The film dives deep into the whirlwind success of early hits like “Complicated” and “Sk8er Boi,” and how Lavigne’s tomboy style and punk attitude redefined what a female pop star could look and sound like.
The documentary doesn’t shy away from the darker chapters either. Lavigne opens up about the health challenges she faced, including her years-long battle with Lyme disease, which left her bedridden and nearly ended her career. Friends, collaborators, and industry insiders weigh in on her resilience, while Avril candidly reflects on her personal struggles, breakups, and time away from the spotlight.
Fans will also get a behind-the-scenes look at her more recent musical renaissance, including her 2022 album Love Sux and her return to the stage after a long hiatus. There are candid moments of Avril in the studio, preparing for tours, and reconnecting with the fans who have stood by her for more than two decades.
Visually dynamic and emotionally raw, the film balances nostalgia with insight, showing how Avril Lavigne’s music impacted a generation and how she continues to inspire new audiences. With commentary from fellow musicians like Machine Gun Kelly, Travis Barker, and Billie Eilish, the documentary explores Lavigne’s far-reaching influence on the evolving pop-punk genre.
As the trailer closes with a montage of screaming fans and Avril’s voiceover saying, “I never really left—I just needed time to remember who I was,” it’s clear this isn’t just a comeback story. It’s a celebration of survival, of artistic freedom, and of a girl who refused to be anything but herself.
Sk8er Girl: The Avril Lavigne Story will be available to stream exclusively on Netflix starting August 16. Fans can expect an emotional, rebellious, and utterly authentic ride—just like Avril herself.
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