‘Piece by Piece’ brings Pharrell Williams’ story to life… in LEGO—here’s how to watch
‘Piece by Piece’ brings Pharrell Williams’ story to life… in LEGO—here’s how to watch
With LEGO visuals, star-studded voices, and new music, ‘Piece by Piece’ is a documentary like no other.
Pharrell Williams is getting the LEGO treatment in a brand-new animated documentary. “Piece by Piece” drops on Peacock on Friday, Feb. 7, bringing his life story to the screen in a way you’ve never seen before - through LEGO animation. Directed by Morgan Neville, the film features appearances from Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar, Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, Busta Rhymes, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, and Missy Elliott, all in LEGO form, playing themselves. With Pharrell contributing five original songs to the soundtrack, this isn’t just a documentary - it’s a full-on creative experience. You can stream “Piece by Piece” exclusively on Peacock starting Feb. 7.
How to watch ‘Piece by Piece’
- When: Friday, Feb. 7, 2025 at 12:01 a.m. ET
- TV: Peacock
- Stream: Watch with a subscription to Peacock.
- From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a VPN.
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About ‘Piece by Piece’
“Piece by Piece” isn’t your typical music documentary — it’s a one-of-a-kind animated journey through the life of Pharrell Williams, built entirely with LEGO. The film follows Pharrell’s rise from his early days in Virginia Beach to becoming one of the most influential artists and producers of his generation. Directed by Oscar-winner Morgan Neville, the documentary takes a playful yet insightful approach, blending music, storytelling, and animation to bring Pharrell’s world to life. Adding to the fun, stars like Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar, Timbaland, Justin Timberlake, Busta Rhymes, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, and Missy Elliott all appear as LEGO versions of themselves, sharing stories and moments from their time working with Pharrell.
On top of its eye-catching visuals, “Piece by Piece” features five brand-new songs written by Pharrell exclusively for the film, making it as much a musical event as it is a documentary. The film leans into Pharrell’s signature creativity, inviting viewers to see his story unfold in a way that’s imaginative, colorful, and unexpected. Whether you’ve followed his career from the start or just love his music, this documentary offers a fresh and playful take on his journey. You can watch “Piece by Piece” when it premieres on Friday, Feb. 7, streaming exclusively on Peacock.
What other documentaries can you watch on Peacock?
If you’re looking for more documentaries like “Piece by Piece,” Peacock has plenty to check out. There’s the head-line-news doc “Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy,” which explores the rise of Sean “Diddy” Combs, or “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night,” a deep dive into the 50-year legacy of “Saturday Night Live.” If you’re into extreme challenges, “Orlando Bloom: To The Edge” follows the actor pushing his limits in daring physical feats. You can get a subscription to Peacock starting at $8 per month.
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